Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
oscitant
Adjective
/ˈɒsɪtənt/
Definition
Oscitant refers to a state of drowsiness or inattentiveness, often characterized by yawning or a lack of alertness.
Examples
- During the lecture, many students looked oscitant and struggled to keep their eyes open.
- His oscitant demeanor suggested he hadn’t slept well the night before.
Meaning
The term is used to describe someone who is not fully awake or engaged, often appearing sleepy or bored.
Synonyms
- drowsy
- inattentive
- lethargic
- sleepy
