Definition

In a way that shows you are tired or ready to sleep.

Example

She yawned sleepily as she got out of bed.

Conversation

Did you see how sleepily she walked into class today?

Yeah, I noticed! It looked like she barely got any rest.

I can relate; I felt the same way this morning.

Same here, I just wanted to sleepily lounge on the couch all day!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sleepily → It is formed from "sleep" (from Old English *slæpan*, meaning to rest or be in a state of sleep) and "-ily" (a suffix forming adverbs, meaning in a manner of). The word "sleepily" means in a manner that is characteristic of being in a state of sleep or drowsiness.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'sleep' and remember that 'sleepily' describes doing something in a way that resembles being in a sleepy state.

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