Arouse and Catnap

Opposite meaning words

Arouse verb - To cease to be asleep.

Usage example: set the alarm so we would arouse at 5:00 a.m.

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Catnap is an antonym for arouse.

Nearby Words: arousing, arousal

Catnap verb - To be in a state of sleep.

Usage example: the children are catnapping, so please be quiet

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Arouse is an antonym for catnap.

Nearby Word: catnapping

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