Drowsy
(adjective)
- Feeling sleepy or inclined to sleep.
- Lacking energy or alertness.
Origin:
Middle english: from old english drūsig "drowsy," from drūsian "to slumber," of germanic origin; related to german trügen "to cheat," also to true.
Examples:
- He felt drowsy after the heavy meal.
- The medicine made her drowsy and she couldn't stay awake.