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
    1. To have a nap; to sleep for a short period of time, especially during the day.
    2. To be off one's guard.
    3. To form or raise a soft or fuzzy surface on (fabric or leather).
    4. To grab; to nab.
    5. To cover (something) with a sauce (usually in passive).
  • noun
    1. The act of taking a nap or short sleep.
    2. 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.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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