Pronunciation

/kənˈskəʊʃəs/

Definitions

Noun

• Consciousness: The state or quality of being aware of one’s surroundings, thoughts, and feelings. For example: “She regained consciousness after the surgery.”
• Awareness: The perception or knowledge of something. For example: “The campaign raised public consciousness about climate change.”

Verb

• To be conscious of: To be cognizant or perceptive of something. For example: “He was conscious of his mistakes during the presentation.”
• To become conscious: To regain awareness or awaken from a state of unconsciousness. For example: “After the car accident, he slowly became conscious.”

Adjective

• Conscious: Having self-awareness; awake and aware. For example: “She sat up with a conscious effort.”
• Mindful: Paying close attention and being aware. For example: “He walked through the garden, conscious of the beauty around him.”

Phrases

• “Be conscious of your actions” implies being aware and responsible for what you do.
• “Lose consciousness” refers to losing awareness temporarily, often due to sleep or injury.
• “Living consciously” refers to making choices with awareness of their impact on oneself and the environment.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “He was in a deep state of unconsciousness after the accident.”
• Verb: “She tried to be more conscious of her breathing exercises.”
• Adjective: “The conscious decision to simplify her life led to reduced stress.”

Synonyms

• Awake
• Alert
• Aware
• Perceptive
• Mindful
• Vigilant
• Sensible

Antonyms

• Unconscious
• Sleepy
• Ignorant
• Distracted