Definition of somnolent

somnolentadjective

buồn ngủ

/ˈsɒmnələnt//ˈsɑːmnələnt/

The word "somnolent" originates from the Latin language. It comes from the word "somnus," meaning "sleep," and the suffix "-lent," which forms an adjective meaning "tending to" or "inclined to." Therefore, "somnolent" literally means "tending to sleep" or "sleepy." In English, the word "somnolent" has been used since the 15th century to describe something or someone that is drowsy, sleepy, or inclined to sleep. It can also be used to describe a state of relaxation or lethargy. For example, "The hot summer afternoon left me feeling somnolent, and I fell asleep in the shade." Overall, "somnolent" is a great word to use when you want to describe a sleepy or drowsy feeling, and its Latin roots add a touch of elegance and sophistication to your writing or conversation.

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almost asleep

gần như chìm vào trong giấc ngủ

Example:
  • a somnolent cat

    một con mèo buồn ngủ

  • a somnolent town

    một thị trấn buồn ngủ

making you feel tired

làm bạn cảm thấy mệt mỏi

Example:
  • a somnolent Sunday afternoon

    một chiều chủ nhật buồn ngủ

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