Synonyms of snoozing

snoozing 1 of 2

noun

as in napping

a natural periodic loss of consciousness during which the body restores itself

all that snoozing should have you well rested and ready for some hard work

Synonyms & Similar Words

• napping
• sleep
• bed
• resting
• slumbering
• slumber
• rest
• dozing
• nap
• shut-eye
• catnapping
• doze
• catnap
• snooze
• repose
• dreaming
• siesta
• drowse
• wink
• forty winks
• z's
• oversleeping
• rapid eye movement

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• wake
• consciousness
• wakefulness
• insomnia
• sleeplessness

snoozing

2 of 2

verb

present participle of snooze

1

as in sleeping

to be in a state of sleep

snoozed through those long winter nights under a thick down comforter

Synonyms & Similar Words

• sleeping
• resting
• dozing
• napping
• slumbering
• catnapping
• dropping off
• dreaming
• hibernating
• sleeping in
• nodding off
• drowsing (off)
• oversleeping

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• rising
• waking
• arising
• arousing
• awaking

2

as in resting

to sleep lightly or briefly

she was just snoozing when she heard the knock at the door

Synonyms & Similar Words

• napping
• resting
• dozing
• relaxing
• slumbering
• drowsing
• catnapping
• lying
• kipping
• reposing
• laying
• roosting
• lulling
• couching

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• rising
• awakening
• arising
• waking (up)
• rousing
• uprising
• arousing
• getting up
• awaking
• wakening

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of snoozing

Noun

Once the snoozing raccoon had been removed from the cage, the team realized that whatever was sticking out of her face was also sticking out the back of her head. — Margherita Bassi, Popular Science, 7 Nov. 2026

Limit Caffeeine, Alcohol and Heavy Meals Both can cause fragmented snoozing. — Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 1 Sep. 2026

With firm, medium, and plush options, the mattresses are designed to work with all sleeping positions and other snoozing preferences. — Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 21 May 2026

The breathable foam cushions unfold to create a cozy snoozing or hangout space, complete with moveable armrests and soft-to-the-touch corduroy fabric that’s removable for easy cleaning. — Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 May 2026

Seven hours of blissful, undisturbed snoozing could very well involve limiting caffeine intake, drinking chamomile tea and avoiding blue light before bedtime. — Caroline C. Boyle, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026

In the background there are grazing topi, bounding Thomson's gazelles, and, far in the distance, a snoozing pride of lions. — Tom Vanderbilt, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Mar. 2026

The testing period went on for weeks and included lots of slobbering, chewing, snuggling, snoozing, batting and chasing. — Kelli Bender, PEOPLE, 19 Dec. 2025

Trying to make a bundle purchase out of this so as to completely revamp your snoozing sanctuary? — Jamie Allison Sanders, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019

Verb

Nancy Stone/Chicago Tribune Dave Russell waits for a friend at Cabrini-Green while snoozing on a rusted slide on June 2, 2004. — Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 27 Oct. 2026

Too much light snoozing each night was associated with a higher risk of poor mental health and problems with muscles and bones. — Mike McRae 17, New Atlas, 17 Sep. 2026

The show is so cozy and soothing that the actors frequently fell asleep during takes and can be spotted snoozing in the background. — Josh Gondelman, New Yorker, 17 Sep. 2026

Chronic snoozing would interrupt REM, an important time for brain health. — Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 8 Sep. 2026

This is especially true if there happen to be adoptable felines playing and snoozing in the shop’s showcase windows. — Yvonne Villaseñor, Los Angeles Times, 7 Sep. 2026

In fact, a recent survey of more than 2,000 women ages 40-64 conducted by Bonafide Health found that problems snoozing was one of the most unsettling symptoms of perimenopause — ranking ahead of hot flashes. — Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 1 Sep. 2026

Seeing your pup happily playing in the backyard or snoozing on the couch can provide reassurance for you without creating confusion for your dog. — Brittany Anas, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026

When left to his own devices, Carson is prone to snoozing on autopilot. — Eli Enis, Pitchfork, 9 July 2026