Slumbrous (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Quiet and tranquil; "a slumberous June morning".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
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Meaning 2
Inclined to or marked by drowsiness; "slumberous (or slumbrous) eyes"; "`slumbery' is archaic"; "the sound had a somnolent effect".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- Her slumbrous demeanor suggested that she was on the verge of dozing off in class.
- The movie's slumbrous pace was a major criticism in the scathing reviews.
- The fire crackled and popped, creating a warm and cozy atmosphere that had a slumbrous effect on everyone in the room.
- His slumbrous expression didn't change, even when the joke was told with extra enthusiasm.
- After a few hours of binge-watching, Sarah's slumbrous state turned into a full-fledged sleep on the couch.