noun
narcolepsy
NAH-kuh-lehp-see
Narcolepsy (noun) means a sleep disorder causing sudden, uncontrollable episodes of falling asleep. Example: “Narcolepsy can strike at any moment, even during a conversation.”
noun
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A sleep disorder causing sudden, uncontrollable episodes of falling asleep.
"Narcolepsy can strike at any moment, even during a conversation."
"She was diagnosed with narcolepsy after years of unexplained daytime sleepiness."
How to use narcolepsy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA medical condition where a person suddenly falls asleep without warning.
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Word forms
- Plural
- narcolepsies
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Etymology
From French narcolepsie, built from Greek roots meaning "put to sleep" and "seizure".
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What does “narcolepsy” mean?
The word “narcolepsy” means a sleep disorder causing sudden, uncontrollable episodes of falling asleep. In plain terms, a medical condition where a person suddenly falls asleep without warning.
How do you pronounce “narcolepsy”?
“Narcolepsy” is pronounced NAH-kuh-lehp-see (/ˈnɑː(ɹ)kəˌlɛpsi/ in IPA).
How do you use “narcolepsy” in a sentence?
Here is “narcolepsy” used in a sentence: “Narcolepsy can strike at any moment, even during a conversation.”
What part of speech is “narcolepsy”?
“Narcolepsy” is a noun.
Where does the word “narcolepsy” come from?
The word “narcolepsy” comes from French. From French narcolepsie, built from Greek roots meaning "put to sleep" and "seizure".
