awakening
Translation
an act of waking up, a moment of realization
Examples
It was a rude awakening to the truth.
It was a rude awakening to the truth.
The political awakening of the people began.
The political awakening of the people began.
Grammar Patterns
an awakening to ((sth.)) a realization of (sth.) It was a rude awakening to the truth.
a political/spiritual awakening a moment of becoming aware The political awakening of the people began.
Similar Words
Synonyms: realization, epiphany, dawning
Etymology
The noun form of the verb 'awaken', using the '-ing' suffix to create a gerund/noun.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the moment you 'awaken' to a new idea or reality.