conscious

/ˈkɑnʃəs/
adjective
  1. Aware of and able to think and perceive; awake and aware of one's surroundings.
    • After the accident, she was conscious but confused.
    • The patient remained conscious throughout the procedure.
    • He was barely conscious after running the marathon in the heat.
  2. Aware of something; noticing that something exists or is happening.
    • She was conscious of someone watching her from across the room.
    • I am conscious of the need to save money for the future.
    • He became conscious of a strange smell in the kitchen.
  3. Deliberate and intentional; done with awareness.
    • They took a conscious step toward reducing waste in their home.
    • His decision to quit smoking was a conscious choice for his health.
    • She made a conscious effort to arrive on time.
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