drowsy
Translation
drowsy, sleepy, lethargic
Examples
I feel drowsy after lunch.
I feel drowsy after lunch.
The warm room made him drowsy.
The warm room made him drowsy.
Grammar Patterns
((to feel drowsy)) to describe the state of being sleepy. I often feel drowsy in the afternoon.
((to make sb. drowsy)) to describe something causing sleepiness. This medication makes me drowsy.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sleepy, tired, lethargic; Antonyms: alert, awake, energetic
Etymology
From Old English 'drusian' (to become sluggish).
Memory Tips
Sounds similar to 'dozy'. When you feel drowsy, you might 'doze' off.