Meaning & Definition of word "Waking"

Waking

/ˈweɪkɪŋ/

1. the action of ceasing to sleep or causing someone to cease to sleep
- Example: I heard the alarm clock ringing, signaling that it was time for waking.
2. becoming aware of and responsive to one's surroundings after sleep
- Example: After a long night of rest, waking up felt refreshing.

1. relating to the process of waking up; not asleep
- Example: I enjoy the quiet moments of the waking hours before the world gets busy.
2. characterized by alertness or consciousness; aware
- Example: Her waking mind was full of ideas and aspirations.

Middle English 'wakien', from Old English 'wacian'.

waking hours:

The hours during which a person is not asleep.

waking dream:

A state of consciousness resembling dreaming while being awake.

waking nightmare:

A distressing experience during the waking state that resembles a nightmare.

awake:

In a state of consciousness; not asleep.

sleeping:

In a state of rest; not awake.

drowse:

To be half asleep; to nap lightly.

Meaning: Woke

Example Sentence: She's so woke to the issues of social justice.

Meaning: Rise and shine

Example Sentence: It's morning, time to rise and shine!