Meaning & Definition of word "Unconscious"

Unconscious

/ʌnˈkɒn.ʃəs/

1. The part of the mind that is inaccessible to the conscious mind but that affects behavior and emotions.
- Example: Freud emphasized the importance of the unconscious in shaping our dreams and desires.

1. Not awake and aware of and responding to one's environment.
- Example: He was found lying on the ground, unconscious after the fall.
2. Existing or operating outside of awareness; subconscious.
- Example: Her unconscious biases influenced her decision-making without her realizing.

From the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and 'conscious' from Latin 'conscientem', meaning 'aware'.

unconscious mind:

The part of the mind that is not accessible to the conscious thought but influences behavior.

unconscious desire:

A wish or yearning that one is not actively aware of.

unconscious bias:

An automatic, unintentional preference that can affect judgments and decisions.

conscious:

Aware of and able to think about one's own existence and surroundings.

subconscious:

Part of the mind that is not fully aware but still affects actions and feelings.

awareness:

The state or quality of being conscious of something.

Meaning: Out cold

Example Sentence: After the party, he was out cold on the couch.

Meaning: Lights out

Example Sentence: She had too much to drink and was lights out in no time.