
Asleep
Complete Inactivity
Describes a person completely at rest, with no awareness of their surroundings.
She was so asleep that she didn't hear the thunderstorm.
Time Intensifier
Used to emphasize the length or depth of sleep.
He's been asleep for ten hours straight.
Peaceful Unawareness
Often implies that the sleeping person is untroubled and resting well.
The baby is asleep in her crib, dreaming sweetly. Compare with
ComatoseDormantDozeNapRestSlumberSnoozeUnconscious
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