Synonyms for

Sleeping

Verb / ˈsli:pɪŋ / Another word for sleeping — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of resting with eyes closed and the body in a relaxed state, typically for several hours at night.

Synonyms & similar words

waking dormancy catchsomezs logzs quiescence kip quiescency wake slumber dormant sleep resting dozing slumbering napping catnapping snoozing hibernating drowsing reposing crashing dreaming

Synonyms by register

Formal

dormant quiescent unconscious

Informal

snoozing dozing catching some Zs out cold

Literary

slumbering reposing napping

Antonyms

awake alert conscious active vigilant stirring wakeful

Common collocations

  • deep sleeping
  • light sleeping
  • sleeping bag
  • sleeping pills
  • sleeping beauty
  • sleeping partner
  • sleeping sickness
  • sleeping soundly

Word family

noun sleep
verb sleep
adjective sleeping
adverb sleepily

Usage note

The adjective 'sleeping' is often used metaphorically, as in 'sleeping giant' or 'sleeping partner', to refer to something or someone that is currently inactive but has potential for future action or involvement.

Example sentences

  1. I love sleeping on my fluffy pillow.
  2. My cat is sleeping in the sun.
  3. I sometimes have trouble sleeping at night.
  4. Sleeping is important for our health.
  5. I am looking forward to sleeping in this weekend.

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