subconscious
/ˌsʌbˈkɑnʃəs/
adjective
- Relating to the part of the mind that affects thoughts and behavior without a person being fully aware of it.
- She had a subconscious fear of heights that she didn't realize until she climbed a ladder.
- The therapist helped him uncover subconscious beliefs that were holding him back.
- Many of our daily habits are driven by subconscious processes.
Synonyms
noun
- The part of the mind that contains thoughts, memories, and desires that are not in active awareness but still influence behavior.
- Dreams are often a window into the subconscious.
- He tried to access his subconscious through meditation.
- The advertisement was designed to appeal to the subconscious of the viewer.