English noun: wakefulness | |||
1. | wakefulness (cognition) a periodic state during which you are conscious and aware of the world | ||
Samples | Consciousness 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 | ||
Samples | Accept your wakefulness and sleep in its own contrary way is more likely to come. | ||
Synonyms | sleeplessness | ||
Broader (hypernym) | temporary state | ||
Antonyms | drowsiness, sleepiness, somnolence | ||
3. | wakefulness (cognition) the process of paying close and continuous attention | ||
Samples | Wakefulness, watchfulness, and bellicosity make a good hunter. Vigilance is especially susceptible to fatigue. | ||
Synonyms | alertness, vigilance, watchfulness | ||
Broader (hypernym) | attention | ||
Narrower (hyponym) | jealousy | ||