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sleepiness

2 antonyms for sleepiness — opposites grouped by meaning.

Noun — The state of feeling ready to fall asleep.

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How to use sleepiness

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

a wave of sleepiness fight off sleepiness daytime sleepiness feelings of sleepiness

It is a plain, everyday word suitable for any setting, including medical contexts.

Etymology

Sleepiness is formed from the English word sleepy with the suffix -ness added to turn it into a noun.

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Frequently asked questions

What does sleepiness mean?
It means the feeling of being sleepy, or ready to fall asleep.
What causes sleepiness during the day?
Common causes include not getting enough sleep, eating a heavy meal, or side effects of certain medications.
Is sleepiness the same as tiredness?
They are closely related, but sleepiness specifically means feeling like you could fall asleep, while tiredness can also refer to general fatigue without wanting to sleep.

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