Definition

The most tired or ready to sleep; feeling very drowsy.

Example

After a long day at work, I felt the sleepiest I had ever been.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I feel like today is the sleepiest day ever.

I know what you mean! I could barely keep my eyes open this morning.

Maybe we didn't get enough rest last night.

Yeah, I stayed up too late binge-watching that new series.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sleepiest → It is formed from "sleep" (from Old English *slæpan*, meaning to rest or be in a state of sleep) and "-iest" (a superlative suffix indicating the most). The word "sleepiest" means in the state of being the most inclined to sleep or the most sleepy.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'sleep' which means to rest, and remember that 'sleepiest' describes someone who is the most inclined to rest or be asleep.

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