Definition

Feeling more sleepy or tired than usual.

Example

After staying up late, I felt drowsier than ever in the morning.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I stayed up too late last night and now I feel so drowsier than usual.

Same here! I can barely keep my eyes open.

I guess we should try to get more sleep tonight.

Definitely! A good night's rest will help us feel less drowsier tomorrow.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Drowsier → It is formed from "drowsy" (from Middle English *drousie*, meaning sleepy or lethargic) and the comparative suffix "-er" (meaning more). The word "drowsier" means more sleepy or lethargic than something else.

Memory Tip

Think of feeling more sleepy or lethargic when you add "-er" to "drowsy" — that's how you remember that "drowsier" means more drowsy.

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