Definition

A condition where a person walks or performs other activities while asleep, often without being aware of it.

Example

During somnambulism, she walked around the house without realizing it.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of somnambulism?

Yeah, isn't that just another term for sleepwalking?

Exactly! I saw a documentary about it last night.

That sounds interesting! I didn’t know people could do so much while sleepwalking.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Somnambulism → It is formed from "somnus" (meaning sleep) and "ambulare" (meaning to walk). The word describes the condition of walking while in a state of sleep.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sleep' ('somnus') and 'walking' ('ambulare') together — that's what somnambulism means, walking while asleep.

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