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somnolence
noun som·no·lence \ˈsäm-nə-lən(t)s\
Definition of SOMNOLENCE
: the quality or state of being drowsy : sleepiness
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First Known Use of SOMNOLENCE
14th century
Related to SOMNOLENCE
- Synonyms
- doziness, drowsiness, sleepiness
- Antonyms
- insomnia, sleeplessness, wakefulness
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somnolence
noun som·no·lence \ˈsäm-nə-lən(t)s\
Medical Definition of SOMNOLENCE
: the quality or state of being drowsy
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