What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
noctambulous
Example
The city that never sleeps is full of noctambulous people. [noctambulous: adjective]
Example
As a noctambulous person, I find it easier to work at night. [noctambulous: adjective]
somnambulant
Example
He was somnambulant and didn't remember walking to the kitchen. [somnambulant: adjective]
Example
She looked somnambulant after taking the sleeping pill. [somnambulant: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Somnambulant is more commonly used than noctambulous in everyday language. Somnambulant is often used in medical or psychological contexts, while noctambulous is less common and may be used in more literary or creative contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between noctambulous and somnambulant?
Both noctambulous and somnambulant are formal words and are not commonly used in everyday language. However, somnambulant is more commonly used in medical or psychological contexts, making it slightly more formal than noctambulous.
