Oscitant
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɒsɪtənt/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Oscitant is an adjective meaning yawning or gaping.
Meaning
yawning or gaping.
More Meanings
- sleepy; drowsy; sluggish; careless
Example Sentences
He must not be oscitant, but intent on his charge.
Synonyms for oscitant
Depending on context, synonyms include sleepbound, somnolent, bedroomy, dozy, drowsy, sleepish.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include yawning, drowsy, inattentive, yawny, slack-jawed, slackjawed.
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