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Definition of sleepily

sleepily

/ˈsliː.pɪ.li/
slee · pi · ly
Adjective:sleepy
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• adverb

1

In a drowsy, tired, or half-awake manner; as if ready to fall asleep.

Example

"The toddler rubbed his eyes sleepily as his mother read the final page of the bedtime story."

2

In a quiet, slow-paced, or peaceful manner with very little activity or excitement.

Example

"The small fishing village sits sleepily along the coast, largely untouched by modern tourism."

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• Rhymes for sleepily

• Nearby Words

sleepaway
sleeper
sleeper shark
sleepily
sleepiness
sleeping bag
sleepless

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English from the adjective 'sleepy' (derived from the Old English noun 'slæp', of Proto-Germanic origin) combined with the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Sleepily. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/sleepily
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