Half-asleep
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Half-asleep is an adjective meaning Showing signs of being asleep or very sleepy, as not demonstrating full energy or attention.
Meaning
Showing signs of being asleep or very sleepy, as not demonstrating full energy or attention.
Example Sentences
He gently lifted the half-asleep child into bed.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include somnolent, sleepish, comatose, semi-conscious, slumberous, dozy.
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