awakening

/əˈweɪkənɪŋ/
adjective
  1. Describing something that causes someone to wake up or become alert.
    • The awakening alarm clock startled everyone in the house.
    • She drank an awakening cup of coffee before her morning run.
    • The cold water had an awakening effect on his tired mind.
  2. Describing a process of becoming aware or active.
    • The country is experiencing an awakening interest in renewable energy.
    • Spring is an awakening season for plants and animals.
    • The awakening consciousness of social justice spread through the community.
noun
  1. The act of waking up from sleep.
    • Her awakening was gradual, with the sun slowly filling the room.
    • The baby's awakening was followed by a happy coo.
    • A sudden noise caused a rude awakening in the middle of the night.
  2. A moment when someone becomes aware of something important or starts to understand a new idea.
    • Reading that book led to a spiritual awakening for many people.
    • Her awakening to the realities of poverty inspired her to volunteer.
    • The protest was a political awakening for the young generation.
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