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dozy

2 antonyms for dozy — opposites grouped by meaning.

Adj — Sleepy or drowsy.

Synonyms by Meaning

1. adj

Sleepy or drowsy.

“I felt dozy after the big lunch.”

drowsing drowsy

2. adj

(British, informal) Slow to understand; a bit stupid.

“Don't be so dozy — the answer is right there.”

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How to use dozy

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

feel dozy dozy fool

The "stupid" sense is informal British slang, often used affectionately or as mild banter.

Etymology

From doze + -y.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “dozy” mean?
The word “dozy” means sleepy or drowsy. In plain terms, sleepy and slow, whether from tiredness or (informally, in Britain) from being a bit dim.
How do you use “dozy” in a sentence?
Here is “dozy” used in a sentence: “I felt dozy after the big lunch.”
What part of speech is “dozy”?
“Dozy” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “dozy” have?
“Dozy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: sleepy or drowsy.

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