nap
The word “nap” has 1 syllable: nap.
It's pronounced as /næp/.
What is synonym and antonym for nap?
In the thesaurus, “nap” has 12 synonyms and 8 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for nap along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for nap
- bed
- catnap
- doze
- fur
- pile
- relax
- rest
- siesta
- sleep
- slumber
- snooze
- wink
Antonyms for nap
Meanings of nap
- noun
- A short period of sleep, especially one during the day.
- A soft or fuzzy surface, generally on fabric or leather.
- The common direction, on some kinds of fabric, of the hairs making up the pile.
- A type of bet in British horse racing, based on the experts' best tips.
- A card game in which players take tricks; properly Napoleon.
- A bid to take five tricks in the card game Napoleon.
- (dialectal, Northern England, Scotland) A cup, bowl.
- verb
- To have a nap; to sleep for a short period of time, especially during the day.
- To be off one's guard.
- To form or raise a soft or fuzzy surface on (fabric or leather).
- To grab; to nab.
- To cover (something) with a sauce (usually in passive).
Example Sentences
- The baby took a peaceful nap in the afternoon sunlight.
- After a long day at work, he decided to take a quick power nap.
- The cat curled up on the windowsill for a cozy afternoon nap.
- She closed her eyes and drifted off for a refreshing cat nap.
- During the picnic, some people chose to lie on the grass and enjoy a short nap.
On this page you'll find 20 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to nap, such as: arise, awake, awaken, bed, catnap, doze, fur.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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