SLUMBEROUS

slumberous, slumbery, slumbrous, somnolent

(adjective) inclined to or marked by drowsiness; “slumberous (or slumbrous) eyes”; “‘slumbery’ is archaic”; “the sound had a somnolent effect”

slumberous, slumbrous

(adjective) quiet and tranquil; “a slumberous June morning”

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adjective

slumberous (comparative more slumberous, superlative most slumberous)

Sleepy, drowsy.

Sleep-inducing.

Source: Wiktionary


Slum"ber*ous, a.

1. Inviting slumber; soporiferous. "Pensive in the slumberous shade." Pope.

2. Being in the repose of slumber; sleepy; drowsy. His quiet and almost slumberous countenance. Hawthorne.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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Plain brewed coffee contains almost no calories, while coffee with dairy products, sugar, and other flavorings is much higher in calories. An espresso has 20 calories. A nonfat latte has 72, while a flavored one has 134.

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