adjective

1. In a state of sleep; also, broadly, resting.

   "I was asleep when you called."

2. Inattentive.

   "How could you miss that? Were you asleep?"

3. (of a body part) Having a numb or prickling sensation accompanied by a degree of unresponsiveness.

   "My arm fell asleep. You know, like pins and needles."

4. Dead