
Drowsy
Physical State
Describes a feeling before sleep, like heavy eyelids and yawning.
After studying all night, his drowsy state was inevitable.
Not Fully Asleep
Indicates not asleep yet, but on the brink of falling asleep.
During the boring lecture, I was so drowsy I could barely keep my eyes open.
Temporary State
Often a short-lived sensation that can be remedied with rest.
A quick power nap can usually fix feeling drowsy in the afternoon. Compare with
DazedDozyGroggyLethargicSleepySluggishSomnolentTorpid
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