insomnia
/in'sɔmniə/
Definition
Noun: A condition characterized by persistent difficulty in falling asleep, staying asleep, or experiencing restorative sleep, despite having the opportunity to do so. It often leads to daytime impairment.
Usage
"Insomnia" is a non-count noun used to describe the general state or condition of sleeplessness. It is typically used without an article ("suffers from insomnia") or with a possessive adjective ("her insomnia"). It can be modified by adjectives like "chronic," "severe," or "mild."
Examples
- Many people experience temporary insomnia due to stress.
- Chronic insomnia can have a significant impact on one's health.
- She sought treatment for her persistent insomnia.
Advanced Usage
- "To have/suffer from insomnia": This is the most common construction to indicate someone is affected by this condition.
- He has suffered from insomnia for years.
- "Bout/Episode of insomnia": Used to describe a specific, often temporary, period of sleeplessness.
- She had a brief bout of insomnia before her exams.
Variants and Related Words
- Insomniac (noun): A person who suffers from insomnia.
- As a lifelong insomniac, he was used to late nights.
Synonyms
- Sleeplessness
- Wakefulness
- Restlessness (in the context of being unable to sleep)
Antonyms
- Hypersomnia (excessive sleepiness)
- Somnolence (sleepiness, drowsiness)
Noun
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an inability to sleep; chronic sleeplessness
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