unwakeful

/ˌʌnwækfʊl, ˌʌnwˈwækfʊl/

Definitions

1. adjective

Not awake; asleep or in a state of inattention.

“The driver remained unwakeful during the long road trip, causing the car to drift into the next lane.”

2. noun

A person or thing that is not awake or is in a state of inattention.

“The unwakeful passengers were startled by the sudden loud noise in the plane.”

Synonyms

  • asleep
  • drowsy
  • inattentive

Antonyms

  • alert
  • awake