Asleep

usgb/əˈsliːp/
adjective

Not awake and involved in a state of sleep.

My friend is asleep they went to bed an hour ago.
Visual representation of "asleep" - not awake and involved in a state of sleep

Often appears as...

  • fall asleep
  • sound asleep
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Complete Inactivity

Describes a person completely at rest, with no awareness of their surroundings.

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She was so asleep that she didn't hear the thunderstorm.
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Time Intensifier

Used to emphasize the length or depth of sleep.

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He's been asleep for ten hours straight.
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Peaceful Unawareness

Often implies that the sleeping person is untroubled and resting well.

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The baby is asleep in her crib, dreaming sweetly.
Visual representation of the word "Asleep"

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