consciousness
Translation
consciousness, awareness, sentience
Examples
He lost consciousness after hitting his head.
He lost consciousness after hitting his head.
She has a strong social consciousness.
She has a strong social consciousness.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) awareness of sth. She has a strong consciousness of her duties.
to lose/regain consciousness He regained consciousness in the hospital.
Similar Words
Synonyms: awareness, sentience, perception; Antonyms: unconsciousness
Etymology
From Latin 'con-' (with, together) + 'scire' (to know). Literally 'to know with oneself'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'con' (with) and 'science' (knowledge). It's the knowledge you have 'with' yourself about your existence and surroundings.