sleep-deprived en · ADJ
Pronunciation
- [ˈslip.dɪˌpɹaɪvd] (General-American)
- (US) audio
Etymology
From sleep + deprived.
Meanings
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Being kept awake to the point of noticeably lower alertness through a lack of sleep; experiencing sleep deprivation.
Pulling an all-nighter can leave you feeling sleep-deprived.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| most sleep-deprived | Degree=Sup | lexicographic | |
| more sleep-deprived | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic |
Relateds
insomnia · sleep disorder · sleep debt · undersleep
Translations (2)
es falto de sueño (affected by the lack of sleep) · es insomne (affected by the lack of sleep)