drowse
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There are 2 syllables in the word drowse.How to pronounce drowse:
Definition of drowse:
- drowse (verb):
- to be inactive
- to be sleepy, dull, or sluggish
- verb. sleep lightly or for a short period of time.
Synonyms for drowse:
be drowsy
be sleepy
catch a wink
catch some zeds
doze
drop off
get some shut-eye
have or get forty winks
kip
nap
nod off
sleep
slumber
snooze
zizz
Antonyms for drowse:
arise
arouse
awake
awaken
be awake
bestir
bestir oneself
come around
come to
get going
get out of bed
get up
go up
increase
knock up
receive
rise
rouse
rouse from sleep
stay awake
stir
take away
wake
wake up
waken
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