Pronunciation: /nɑrkəˈlɛpsi/
noun a sleep disorder characterized by sudden and uncontrollable episodes of deep sleep
A1 Narcolepsy is a sleep disorder that causes excessive daytime sleepiness.
A2 People with narcolepsy may experience sudden bouts of sleep during the day.
B1 Treatment options for narcolepsy include medication and lifestyle changes.
B2 Narcolepsy can have a significant impact on a person's daily life and productivity.
C1 Research is ongoing to better understand the underlying causes of narcolepsy.
C2 Individuals with narcolepsy may need to make accommodations in their work or school environment.
formal Narcolepsy is a chronic sleep disorder characterized by overwhelming daytime drowsiness and sudden attacks of sleep.
informal My friend has narcolepsy, so he often falls asleep unexpectedly during the day.
slang I heard that narcolepsy is like having a superpower that makes you fall asleep at any moment.
figurative His narcolepsy causes him to drift off into dreamland at the most inconvenient times.
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