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English noun: wakefulness

1. wakefulness (cognition) a periodic state during which you are conscious and aware of the world


SamplesConsciousness during wakefulness in a sane person is pretty well ordered and familiar.


Broader (hypernym)physical condition, physiological condition, physiological state, waking


Narrower (hyponym)arousal, vigil

2. wakefulness (state) a temporary state in which you are unable (or unwilling) to sleep


SamplesAccept your wakefulness and sleep in its own contrary way is more likely to come.


Synonymssleeplessness


Broader (hypernym)temporary state


Antonymsdrowsiness, sleepiness, somnolence

3. wakefulness (cognition) the process of paying close and continuous attention


SamplesWakefulness, watchfulness, and bellicosity make a good hunter.
Vigilance is especially susceptible to fatigue.


Synonymsalertness, vigilance, watchfulness


Broader (hypernym)attention


Narrower (hyponym)jealousy









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