English dictionary
asleep
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Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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in a state of sleep
ExamplesWere all asleep when the phone rang.
Fell asleep at the wheel.
Antonyms awakeSource: WordNet 3.0
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In a state of sleep; in sleep; dormant.
Source: webster1913
adverb
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into a sleeping state
ExamplesHe fell asleep.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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in the sleep of death
Source: WordNet 3.0
adjective satellite
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lacking sensation
ExamplesMy foot is asleep.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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dead
Source: WordNet 3.0