consciousness

/ˈkɑnʃəsnəs/
noun
  1. The state of being awake and aware of one's surroundings.
    • She slipped in and out of consciousness during the fever.
    • The patient regained consciousness a few hours after surgery.
    • He lost consciousness after hitting his head on the floor.
  2. A person's awareness or perception of something.
    • Her political consciousness developed during college.
    • The event raised public consciousness about mental health.
    • There is a growing consciousness about environmental issues.
  3. The state of being aware of oneself and one's thoughts and feelings; the mind.
    • Meditation can help you explore your own consciousness.
    • Philosophers have debated the nature of consciousness for centuries.
    • Some scientists study consciousness to understand how the brain works.
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