Insomnia: meaning, definitions and examples

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insomnia

 

[ ษชnหˆsษ’m.ni.ษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

sleep disorder

Insomnia is a common sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up too early and not being able to go back to sleep. People with insomnia often experience daytime sleepiness, fatigue, mood disturbances, and difficulty concentrating. This condition can be acute, lasting for a short period, or chronic, affecting sleep for a month or more. Various factors, including stress, anxiety, medical conditions, and environmental factors, can contribute to insomnia.

Synonyms

restlessness, sleeplessness, wakefulness

Examples of usage

  • After weeks of insomnia, she finally sought help from a doctor.
  • His insomnia made it difficult for him to be productive at work.
  • Many people turn to sleeping pills to manage their insomnia.
  • Journaling before bed helped him cope with his insomnia.

Translations

Translations of the word "insomnia" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น insรดnia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เคจเคฟเคฆเฅเคฐเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Insomnie

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ insomnia

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะตะทัะพะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ bezsennoล›ฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไธ็œ ็—‡

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท insomnie

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ insomnio

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท uyku bozukluฤŸu

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ถˆ๋ฉด์ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุฃุฑู‚

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nespavost

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nespavosลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅคฑ็œ 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ nespeฤnost

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ insรณmnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ าฑะนา›ั‹ัั‹ะทะดั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฃแƒ“แƒฆแƒ”แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yuxusuzluq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ insomnio

Etymology

The word 'insomnia' originates from the Latin 'insomnia', which combines 'in-' (meaning 'not') and 'somnus' (meaning 'sleep'). The term was first used in English in the early 17th century to refer to a condition of sleeplessness. Historically, insomnia was seen not just as a medical issue but as a moral failing or a sign of mental disturbance. Over the centuries, the understanding of insomnia has evolved, with advancements in psychology and medicine leading to recognition of it as a legitimate health concern. In contemporary medicine, insomnia is recognized as a syndrome that can occur on its own or as a symptom of other health issues. The growing awareness and research into sleep health have established a more nuanced understanding of insomnia, incorporating physical, psychological, and social factors.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,264, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.