SOMNOLENCES Synonyms: 21 Similar and Opposite Words

somnolence

noun

ˈsäm-nə-lən(t)s

Definition of somnolence

as in sleepiness

the quality or state of desiring or needing sleep somnolence is likely to be the most typical and telling reaction to this novel

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Recent Examples of somnolence Russia took advantage of decades of somnolence in Europe to try to exploit its neighbors’ reliance on Russian gas after the invasion of Ukraine. — Henry Farrell, Foreign Affairs, 19 Oct. 2023 The company warns of the potential for diarrhea, nausea, headaches, dizziness, and somnolence (excessive or sudden sedation). — Beth Ann Mayer, Parents, 13 Aug. 2023 If successful, Murray wants the Senate to awake from its somnolence the past few months and years, having a free-flowing debate with lots of amendments considered. — Paul Kane, Anchorage Daily News, 27 July 2023 More little dramas are unfolding across South Korean boardrooms as activist investors become more assertive after a long period of somnolence. — Jacky Wong, WSJ, 28 Mar. 2023 See All Example Sentences for somnolence

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Noun

Other common sleep issues that don’t affect the airways include movement disorders that cause nighttime restlessness or narcolepsy, a neurological disorder that affects the body’s sleep-wake cycles and causes excessive sleepiness.

— Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 24 Sep. 2026
In young children, THC intoxication can cause profound sleepiness, confusion, impaired coordination, vomiting and changes in heart rate.

— Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of sleepiness

Noun

Tactics such as ragebait have only added to the fatigue, irritating enthusiasts already frustrated by the relentless churn of slop.

— Amy Francombe, Vogue, 9 Oct. 2026
That kind of anecdotal genre fatigue doesn’t establish an industry surplus — but the sentiment does suggest that even devoted horror fans sometimes need help pacing themselves.

— Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of fatigue

Noun

For instance, lowering the thermostat while away from home or while sleeping can reduce energy use, while sealing air leaks around windows and doors and maintaining heating equipment can also help lower consumption.

— Sarah Agostino, CNBC, 7 Oct. 2026
There are plenty of camper vans with convertible sleeping areas, but few offer a starker difference between day and night.

— Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 7 Oct. 2026

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