Answer:

sleepier

AnswerCrossword Clue
SLEEPIERLess alert
SLEEPIERMore inclined to drop off
SLEEPIERMore apt to nod off
SLEEPIERMore unwakeful.
SLEEPIERLess active.
SLEEPIERLess alert.
SLEEPIERMore lethargic.
SLEEPIERLess bustling
SLEEPIERLess lively
SLEEPIERMore likely to crash?
SLEEPIERMore heavy-eyed