napping

The word “napping” has 2 syllables: nap-ping.

It's pronounced as /ˈnæpɪŋ/.

What is synonym and antonym for napping?

In the thesaurus, “napping” has 35 synonyms and 22 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for napping along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for napping

asleep
bed
casual
comatose
dazed
dormant
dozing
drowsing
forgetful
hasty
inaccurate
indifferent
indiscreet
irresponsible
lackadaisical
lax
lethargic
nap
negligent
nonchalant
reckless
relaxing
rest
resting
sleep
sleeping
sloppy
slumber
slumbering
snoozing
thoughtless
unaware
unconscious
vulnerable
wasteful

Antonyms for napping

arising
arousing
attentive
awake
awakening
awaking
aware
careful
caring
conscious
consciousness
getting up
mindful
responsible
rising
rousing
sleepless
uprising
wake
wakeful
waking
wide-awake

Meanings of napping

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).

noun

The act of taking a nap or short sleep.
The act or process of raising a nap, as on cloth.

Example Sentences

The cat is quietly napping on the sunlit windowsill.
After a busy morning, she found comfort in napping on the sofa.
The hikers took a break, sitting on the grass and napping under the trees.
During the car ride, the toddler started napping in the safety of the car seat.
The elderly dog enjoys napping by the fireplace in the cozy living room.

On this page you'll find 57 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to napping, such as: arising, arousing, asleep, attentive, awake, awakening, awaking.

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