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Somnolent

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition:

1. Inclined to or marked by drowsiness; sleepy.

2. Inducing or tending to induce sleep; soporific.

Usage Examples:

Sense 1:

1. After a long day at work, he felt somnolent and could barely keep his eyes open.

2. The somnolent atmosphere of the dimly lit room made it difficult for the students to concentrate.

Sense 2:

1. The soothing sound of the rain falling outside was somnolent, lulling her into a deep sleep.

2. The somnolent effect of the warm milk helped the baby fall asleep quickly.

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition:

1. A person who is habitually sleepy or drowsy.

Usage Examples:

Sense 1:

1. As a somnolent, he struggled to stay awake during long lectures.

2. The somnolent couldn't resist taking a quick nap during his lunch break.

Part of Speech: Adverb

Definition:

In a drowsy or sleepy manner.

Usage Example:

She walked somnolently towards her bed, ready to drift off into a peaceful sleep.