Consciousness

/ˈkɒnʃəsnəs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The state of being aware of and able to think and perceive one's surroundings, thoughts, and feelings.

She regained consciousness after the surgery and could recognize her family.

The awareness or perception of an external object or something within oneself.

His consciousness expanded as he explored the depths of his mind during meditation.

The totality of thought, feeling, and perception that constitutes an individual's awareness.

Her deep consciousness was reflected in her insightful writing.

The condition of being aware of something.

There is a growing consciousness about the environmental issues facing our planet.

The quality or state of being conscious.

The patient was in a state of altered consciousness during the entire procedure.

From Latin 'con-' meaning 'with' and 'scire' meaning 'to know', thus consciousness is the state of being aware.

expanded consciousness

A heightened state of awareness or perception beyond normal levels.

altered state of consciousness

A condition of awareness that differs from normal waking consciousness.

collective consciousness

The set of shared beliefs and attitudes within a group.

stream of consciousness

A narrative mode that attempts to capture the flow of thoughts and feelings.

consciousness-raising

Activities aimed at increasing awareness and understanding of social issues.

awareness

The state of being conscious of something.

perception

The process of interpreting sensory information.

mind

The set of cognitive faculties that enables consciousness.

thought

An idea or opinion produced by thinking.

sentience

The capacity to feel, perceive, or experience subjectively.

Woke

Since he learned about social issues, he's been so woke.

In the zone

When she's dancing, she's really in the zone, totally in tune with her body.