Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dopey

adjective
/ˈdoʊ.pi/
Definition
Lacking in alertness or awareness; drowsy.
Examples
  • He felt dopey after staying up late to finish his project.
  • The medication made her dopey, and she struggled to concentrate.
Meaning
The term ‘dopey’ is often used to describe someone who appears slow-witted or in a stupor, often due to a lack of sleep or the effects of certain substances.
Synonyms
  • drowsy
  • sluggish
  • lethargic
  • groggy
  • sleepy