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drowsy

The correct spelling is drowsy.

How to pronounce drowsy

/ˈdɹaʊzi/
adjective

IPA: /ˈdɹaʊzi/

Say it like: Dro-wsee

The correct spelling is drowsy. Inclined to drowse; heavy with sleepiness For example: "I was feeling drowsy and so decided to make a cup of coffee to try to wake myself up."

Usage Examples

I was feeling drowsy and so decided to make a cup of coffee to try to wake myself up.

It was a warm, drowsy summer afternoon.

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Inclined to drowse; heavy with sleepiness
  2. 2.Causing someone to fall sleep or feel sleepy; lulling; soporific.
  3. 3.Boring.
  4. 4.Dull; stupid.

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