Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
slumbrous
adjective
/ˈslʌmbrəs/
Definition
Causing or characterized by sleep; sleepy.
Examples
- The slumbrous afternoon made it hard to stay awake.
- A slumbrous melody filled the room, lulling everyone into a tranquil state.
- The slumbrous heat of summer afternoons often leads people to take naps.
Meaning
The term ‘slumbrous’ describes something that promotes drowsiness or a state of sleepiness, often used in relation to environments or atmospheres.
Synonyms
- drowsy
- sleepy
- lethargic
- torpid
- calm
