Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

insomniac

noun
/ɪnˈsɒm.ni.æk/
Definition
A person who suffers from insomnia, a condition characterized by the inability to sleep or stay asleep.
Examples
  • As an insomniac, she spent many nights tossing and turning in bed.
  • The insomniac found it hard to concentrate at work due to lack of sleep.
  • He joined a support group for insomniacs to learn coping strategies.
Meaning
Someone who has difficulty sleeping and experiences sleeplessness, often leading to fatigue and decreased productivity.
Synonyms
  • Sleepless person
  • Restless sleeper
  • Night owl