Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
grogginess
Noun
/ˈɡrɒɡ.ɪ.nəs/
Definition
A state of physical and mental sluggishness or drowsiness.
Examples
- After her alarm went off, she felt a wave of grogginess wash over her.
- The medication caused him to experience a few hours of grogginess.
- Despite the grogginess lingering, he managed to make himself a cup of coffee.
Meaning
Grogginess often occurs after waking up, especially if a person hasn’t had enough sleep or has been abruptly awakened. It can make one feel disoriented and less alert.
Synonyms
- drowsiness
- sluggishness
- stupor
- lethargy
