Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
insomnia
Noun
/ɪnˈsɒm.ni.ə/
Definition
A condition characterized by difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.
Examples
- She suffered from insomnia, often lying awake for hours.
- The stress of work can lead to insomnia.
- He developed insomnia after experiencing a traumatic event.
Meaning
Insomnia refers to persistent problems with falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up too early and not being able to go back to sleep, which leads to daytime fatigue and other issues.
Synonyms
- Sleeplessness
- Restlessness
- Wakefulness
- Insomnolence
