SOMNOLENCES Synonyms: 21 Similar and Opposite Words

somnolence

noun

ˈsäm-nə-lən(t)s

Definition of somnolence

as in sleepiness

the quality or state of desiring or needing sleep somnolence is likely to be the most typical and telling reaction to this novel

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Recent Examples of somnolence Russia took advantage of decades of somnolence in Europe to try to exploit its neighbors’ reliance on Russian gas after the invasion of Ukraine. — Henry Farrell, Foreign Affairs, 19 Oct. 2023 The company warns of the potential for diarrhea, nausea, headaches, dizziness, and somnolence (excessive or sudden sedation). — Beth Ann Mayer, Parents, 13 Aug. 2023 If successful, Murray wants the Senate to awake from its somnolence the past few months and years, having a free-flowing debate with lots of amendments considered. — Paul Kane, Anchorage Daily News, 27 July 2023 More little dramas are unfolding across South Korean boardrooms as activist investors become more assertive after a long period of somnolence. — Jacky Wong, WSJ, 28 Mar. 2023 See All Example Sentences for somnolence

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Noun

Consuming the oil or leaves can cause vomiting, dizziness, sleepiness, and muscle weakness.

— Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 25 Aug. 2026
Takeda is testing orexin-targeting drugs for sleep apnea and chronic daytime sleepiness.

— Harriet Marsden, TheWeek, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of sleepiness

Noun

Mild effects, such as drowsiness, headache, insomnia, nausea, and vomiting, are common.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 Aug. 2026
But Peasley also lives with Type 1 diabetes and wanted to avoid the potential fogginess and drowsiness that can accompany anesthesia.

— Marlee Ginter, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of drowsiness

Noun

Chaos fatigue isn’t the only side dish being served with the recent rash of court orders; chaos consequences appear to be on a platter as well.

— Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 4 Sep. 2026
West Nile symptoms A full 80% of those infected may not show symptoms, but 20% have flu-like symptoms, such as a fever with headache, body aches, joint pains, vomiting, diarrhea, rash or fatigue.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of fatigue

Noun

Beyond the basics like comfortable clothing and sturdy hiking shoes, campers often need tents, sleeping bags, camp chairs, lanterns, and coolers to stay comfortable outdoors.

— Kaitlin Marks, Travel + Leisure, 3 Sep. 2026
Positioned above the bathroom and downstairs bedroom, it's accessed by some steps and looks large enough to be used either as a secondary sleeping space for guests or as a storage area.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2026

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