groggy
4 synonyms and 1 antonym for groggy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Weak, dazed, or unsteady, as from sleepiness, illness, or alcohol.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use groggy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
feel groggy
groggy from sleep
groggy after surgery
Etymology
From grog (the watered rum drink) plus "-y" — originally describing sailors made unsteady by drink.
Full origin of groggy →Frequently asked questions
What does “groggy” mean?
The word “groggy” means weak, dazed, or unsteady, as from sleepiness, illness, or alcohol. In plain terms, feeling sluggish, unsteady, or not fully awake or alert.
How do you pronounce “groggy”?
“Groggy” is pronounced GRO-gee (/ˈɡɹɑ.ɡi/ in IPA).
How do you use “groggy” in a sentence?
Here is “groggy” used in a sentence: “I felt groggy after the long flight and the time difference.”
What part of speech is “groggy”?
“Groggy” is an adjective.
