subconscious

/ˌsʌbˈkɑnʃəs/
adjective
  1. 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.
noun
  1. 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.
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