narcoleptic

/ˌnɑrkəˈlɛptɪk/
adjective
  1. Relating to or affected by narcolepsy, a condition that causes sudden sleep attacks.
    • The support group helps narcoleptic individuals manage their symptoms.
    • The narcoleptic patient takes medication to stay awake during the day.
    • His narcoleptic episodes often happen when he is bored or relaxed.
noun
  1. A person who has narcolepsy.
    • The movie features a narcoleptic detective who solves crimes in his dreams.
    • Many narcoleptics find that short naps help them function better.
    • As a narcoleptic, she always carries a snack to keep her energy up.
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