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groggy

adjective grog·gy \ˈgrä-gē\

: not able to think or move normally because of being tired, sick, etc.

grog·gi·ergrog·gi·est

Full Definition of GROGGY

: weak and unsteady on the feet or in action

— grog·gi·ly \ˈgrä-gə-lē\ adverb

— grog·gi·ness \ˈgrä-gē-nəs\ noun

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grog

First Known Use: 1832

GROGGY Defined for Kids

adjective grog·gy \ˈgrä-gē\

grog·gi·ergrog·gi·est

: weak, dazed, and unsteady <The medicine made me groggy.>

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