Meaning & use
consciousness
The state of being aware of and able to think about one's own existence and surroundings.
See it in a sentence
The patient slowly regained consciousness after several hours in the operating room.
Philosophers have long debated what consciousness actually is and where it comes from.
A note on using this word
"Raise consciousness" is a common collocation meaning to increase public awareness of a social issue.
Words with a similar meaning
awarenesssentience
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Words with an opposite meaning
unconsciousness
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