Meaning & Definition of word "Subconscious"

Subconscious

/səbˈkɒnʃəs/

1. The part of the mind that is not accessible to consciousness, influencing thoughts and behavior.
- Example: He believed that his subconscious was guiding his decisions without him realizing it.
2. The reservoir of memories, thoughts, and feelings that are not in immediate awareness.
- Example: Therapy aims to bring subconscious issues to the forefront of awareness.

1. Existing or operating in the mind beneath or beyond consciousness; not fully aware.
- Example: She had a subconscious desire to be liked by everyone.
2. Relating to the part of the mind that is not fully aware but influences thoughts and behavior.
- Example: His subconscious thoughts about failure were affecting his performance.

Early 19th century: from sub- 'below' + conscious.

subconscious mind:

The part of the mind that influences thoughts and behaviors but is not in immediate awareness.

subconscious level:

A state of processing information without conscious thought.

freudian slip:

An error in speech that is thought to reveal a subconscious thought.

conscious:

Aware of and able to think and perceive; having an awareness of one's own existence and environment.

unconscious:

Not aware; unable to respond to stimuli.

Meaning: Subcon

Example Sentence: I think that's just a subcon issue; you're not really aware of it.

Meaning: Brain undercurrent

Example Sentence: There's a brain undercurrent pushing you to choose that path.