Meaning & Definition of word "Waking"

Waking

/ˈweɪkɪŋ/

verb:

  • 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.

adjective:

  • 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.

Etymology

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

Common Phrases and Expressions

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.

Related Words

awake:

In a state of consciousness; not asleep.

sleeping:

In a state of rest; not awake.

drowse:

To be half asleep; to nap lightly.

Slang Meanings of waking

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!