English Synonym Finder

drowse

Definitions

To be in a state of light sleep or to be half-asleep.

To spend time in a dull, lethargic, or sleepy state.

A period of light sleep or drowsiness.

Examples

The warm afternoon sun made the students drowse during the long lecture.

I began to drowse in my armchair after a long and exhausting day at work.

Synonyms

doze nap slumber sleep nod catnap snooze

Antonyms

awaken wake rouse energize revitalize stir arouse