Meaning & Definition of word "Drowsy"

Drowsy

/ˈdraʊzi/

1. feeling sleepy or lethargic; half asleep.
- Example: After a long day at work, she felt drowsy as she settled onto the couch.
2. characterized by a lack of alertness or activity; sluggish.
- Example: The drowsy atmosphere of the room made it difficult to concentrate on the lecture.
3. causing sleepiness or a relaxed state.
- Example: The warm sun made him feel drowsy during the afternoon picnic.
4. slightly asleep; dozing.
- Example: The baby was drowsy, barely keeping her eyes open before a nap.

●Middle English drowsy, from drowse + -y.

drowsy driver:

A driver who is tired and may fall asleep at the wheel.

drowsy spell:

A period where one feels unusually sleepy.

drowsy state:

A condition of feeling half-asleep or lethargic.

drowse:

To be asleep or in a light sleep.

sleepy:

Feeling a strong desire to sleep.

lethargic:

Feeling sluggish and lacking energy.

Meaning: Zonked out

● Example Sentence: After the party, he was totally zonked out on the couch.

Meaning: Nodding off

● Example Sentence: I was nodding off during the boring movie.