Basic Details
Word: Sleepiness
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The state of being tired and wanting to sleep.
Synonyms: Drowsiness, lethargy, fatigue
Antonyms: Alertness, wakefulness, energy
Idioms and Phrases
- Fight against sleepiness: To try to stay awake despite feeling very tired. Example: "He had to fight against sleepiness during the boring lecture."
- In the land of nod: To be asleep. Example: "Once she got into bed, she was quickly in the land of nod."
Usage Examples
Example 1: After a long day at school, I felt a wave of sleepiness wash over me as soon as I sat down.
Example 2: The warm, sunny afternoon made everyone feel a bit of sleepiness, so we decided to take a short nap.
Example 3: Sleepiness can affect your concentration, especially if you didnt get enough rest the night before.
Fun Fact
Did you know that humans are naturally programmed to feel sleepy after being awake for around 16 hours? This is because our bodies need rest to recharge and function properly.
Famous Quote
"The best bridge between despair and hope is a good night's sleep." E. Joseph Cossman
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "sleepiness" mean?
a) Being very energetic
b) The feeling of wanting to sleep
c) Being very happy
d) Feeling cold
Answer: b) The feeling of wanting to sleep
2. Which of these is a synonym of "sleepiness"?
a) Alertness
b) Lethargy
c) Excitement
d) Happiness
Answer: b) Lethargy
3. What is the opposite of "sleepiness"?
a) Drowsiness
b) Alertness
c) Tiredness
d) Fatigue
Answer: b) Alertness
4. Which sentence uses "sleepiness" correctly?
a) She felt sleepiness as she finished her homework.
b) Sleepiness is a type of food.
c) The dog liked playtime and sleepiness.
d) He was sleepiness in his new clothes.
Answer: a) She felt sleepiness as she finished her homework.
5. Which idiom suggests someone is asleep?
a) Fight against sleepiness
b) In the land of nod
c) To be wide awake
d) Sleep like a baby
Answer: b) In the land of nod
