Definition

Feeling tired and wanting to sleep; having a need for rest.

Example

After a long day at work, I felt very sleepy on the couch.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I feel so sleepy after that long meeting.

Yeah, it was really draining, wasn't it?

I think I need a quick nap to shake off this sleepy feeling.

Good idea! A short rest might help you feel more awake.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sleepy → It is formed from "sleep" (from Old English *slæpan*, meaning to rest or be in a state of sleep) and "-y" (a suffix used to form adjectives indicating a quality or condition). The word "sleepy" describes the condition of being inclined to sleep or drowsy.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'sleep' to remember that 'sleepy' means being in a state where you want to sleep.

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