What is the Opposite(Antonym) of “awake”?

The Opposite(Antonym) of “awake”

The antonyms of awake are fall asleep and doze off. These antonyms describe the opposite state of being awake, which is being asleep or in a drowsy state.

Explore all Antonyms of “awake”

• fall asleep
• doze off

Definitions and Examples of fall asleep, doze off

Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!

fall asleep

To begin sleeping.

Example

I usually fall asleep within minutes of getting into bed.

doze off

To fall into a light sleep.

Example

I was so tired that I dozed off during the movie.

Key Differences: fall asleep vs doze off

• 1. Fall asleep implies a sudden transition from being awake to being asleep.
• 2. Doze off implies a gradual transition from being awake to being in a light sleep.

Effective Usage of fall asleep, doze off

• 1. Sleep-related Conversations: Use these antonyms to describe sleep patterns and habits.
• 2. Narratives: Incorporate these antonyms in stories to create vivid descriptions of characters' states of consciousness.
• 3. Vocabulary Building: Learn these antonyms to expand your vocabulary and improve your language skills.

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Remember this!

The antonyms of awake are fall asleep and doze off, which describe the opposite state of being awake. Fall asleep implies a sudden transition, while doze off implies a gradual transition. Use these antonyms in sleep-related conversations, narratives, and vocabulary building exercises.