consciousness

Definitions

The state of being aware of and responsive to one's surroundings.

A person's awareness or perception of something.

The fact of awareness by the mind of itself and the world.

Examples

The patient slowly regained consciousness after the surgery.

She has a growing consciousness of the environmental impact of her daily choices.

Philosophers have debated the true nature of human consciousness for centuries.

Synonyms

awareness sentience cognizance perception mindfulness alertness responsiveness

Antonyms

unconsciousness insensibility oblivion stupor coma ignorance insensitivity