Somnolence

usgb/ˈsɑːmnələns/
noun

The state of feeling sleepy or wanting to sleep.

After a heavy lunch, he fell into a state of somnolence that lasted for several hours.
Visual representation of "somnolence" - The state of feeling sleepy or wanting to sleep.

Often appears as...

  • a state of somnolence
  • fell into somnolence

Usage tips

Formal

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Common Usage

Somnolence is often used to describe temporary sleepiness, especially after eating or during monotonous activities.

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The seminar's audience battled somnolence after the uninspiring speech.
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Not Just Tired

Somnolence implies a stronger urge to sleep than just being tired; it's a step closer to actually sleeping.

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His somnolence was so intense that he nodded off while standing on the train.
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Descriptive Imagery

Use somnolence to vividly depict a scene where someone is struggling to stay awake.

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She fought somnolence as the lecturer's voice faded into a monotonous drone.
Visual representation of the word "Somnolence"

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