somnolence meaning

UK US /ˈsɑmnələns/ 3 syllables

somnolence (noun): a very sleepy state.

Definition of somnolence

  1. a very sleepy state
    • sleepiness causes many driving accidents

    Synonyms: sleepiness, drowsiness

    Type of: temporary state

    Kinds: oscitancy

    Related forms: somnolent

How to pronounce somnolence

somnolence is pronounced /ˈsɑmnələns/ in American English. It has 3 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

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