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OSCITANCY Synonyms

There are 6 synonyms of the word oscitancy. (exact relations)
There are 13 hypernyms of the word oscitancy. (close relations)
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drowsiness
nounn
noun

• a very sleepy state

lethargy
nounn
noun

• a state of comatose torpor (as found in sleeping sickness)

• weakness characterized by a lack of vitality or energy

• inactivity; showing an unusual lack of energy

sleepiness
nounn
noun

• a very sleepy state

oscitance
nounn
noun

• drowsiness and dullness manifested by yawning

• an involuntary intake of breath through a wide open mouth; usually triggered by fatigue or boredom

yawn
verb, nounv, n
noun

• an involuntary intake of breath through a wide open mouth; usually triggered by fatigue or boredom

verb

• utter a yawn, as from lack of oxygen or when one is tired

• be wide open

yawning
verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj
noun

• an involuntary intake of breath through a wide open mouth; usually triggered by fatigue or boredom

adjective satellite

• gaping open as if threatening to engulf someone or something

• with the mouth wide open indicating boredom or sleepiness

• showing lack of attention or boredom

Best Hypernyms For OSCITANCY

Here is a list of related hypernyms for oscitancy, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (6)
drowsiness dullness obtuseness reflex sleepiness somnolence
Phrases (7)
inborn reflexinnate reflexinstinctive reflexphysiological reactionreflex actionreflex responseunconditioned reflex

Alternatives for DROWSINESS

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