Use 'somnolent' when describing a person who is so tired they're almost in a state of sleepiness.

Feeling Drained

'Somnolent' is often used when someone is winding down before sleep, not just tired from activity.

Before Bedtime

Being described as 'somnolent' isn't bad; it's a natural state of needing rest.

In medical or technical contexts, 'somnolent' refers to substances or practices that induce sleep.

Use 'somnolent' carefully in common speech to avoid confusion with 'soporific,' which is a stronger term.

Describe medication side effects that cause sleepiness or drowsiness with 'somnolent'.

Use 'somnolent' to describe settings or environments that are so calm they could put one to sleep.

'Somnolent' in literature often mirrors the quietness and inactivity of sleep; not just sleep itself.

In a metaphorical sense, 'somnolent' can describe a period of dormancy or inaction in various contexts.