Éveillé (en. Awake)

/evɛlje/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Who is in a state of wakefulness, who is not asleep.
He stayed awake the whole night.
Il est resté éveillé toute la nuit.
Who is attentive, curious and aware of their surroundings.
She is very awake to current issues.
Elle est très éveillée aux questions d'actualité.
Said of a person who is informed and cultured.
It is an awake mind that knows how to analyze social issues.
C'est un esprit éveillé qui sait analyste les enjeux sociaux.

Etymology

From the verb to elevate, evoking the action of making someone aware.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have an awake mind
Being attentive and receptive.
avoir l'esprit éveillé
to stay awake
Not falling asleep.
rester éveillé
awakened to life
Aware of the realities of life.
éveillé à la vie

Related Words

awakening
Action of making attentive or aware.
éveil
to awaken
To raise awareness or alert.
éveiller

Slang Meanings

Being aware of social situations.
You are really aware of all that; I admire your critical sense.
Tu es vraiment éveillé à tout ça, j'admire ton sens critique.
Being in shape and receptive.
Today, I am super awake; I can work all day!
Aujourd'hui, je suis super éveillé, je peux travailler toute la journée !