slumber
2 synonyms for slumber, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Sleep, especially peaceful or restful sleep.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Rare, literary or technical
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
Sleep, especially peaceful or restful sleep.
“The baby finally settled into a deep slumber.”
How to use slumber
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
deep slumber
slumber party
peaceful slumber
Poetic or formal — everyday speech usually just says "sleep."
Etymology
From Old English "slūma," related to a Germanic root meaning "slack" or "loose," describing the relaxed state of sleep.
Full origin of slumber →Frequently asked questions
What does “slumber” mean?
The word “slumber” means sleep, especially peaceful or restful sleep. In plain terms, a literary or slightly old-fashioned word for sleep.
How do you pronounce “slumber”?
“Slumber” is pronounced SLUHM-buh (/ˈslʌm.bɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “slumber” in a sentence?
Here is “slumber” used in a sentence: “The baby finally settled into a deep slumber.”
What part of speech is “slumber”?
Depending on how it is used, “slumber” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “slumber” come from?
The word “slumber” comes from Old English. From Old English "slūma," related to a Germanic root meaning "slack" or "loose," describing the relaxed state of sleep.
Is “slumber” a common word?
“Slumber” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “slumber” have?
“Slumber” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: sleep, especially peaceful or restful sleep.
