Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

somnolent

Adjective

/ˈsɒmnələnt/

Definition

Tending to cause sleep; drowsy or sleepy.

Examples

The somnolent atmosphere of the library made it difficult for her to stay awake.
After a heavy meal, he felt increasingly somnolent and decided to take a nap.
The warm room and soft music put everyone in a somnolent mood.

Meaning

The word somnolent describes a state of drowsiness or an inclination to sleep. It can refer to both a person’s state of being sleepy and things that induce sleepiness.