Wakefulness: meaning, definitions and examples
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wakefulness
[ หweษชkfษl.nษs ]
state of being
Wakefulness is the condition of being awake and alert. It refers to the state of being aware of one's environment and able to respond to it. In contrast to sleep, wakefulness signifies an active phase of consciousness.
Synonyms
alertness, attentiveness, consciousness, vigilance.
Examples of usage
- Her wakefulness allowed her to enjoy the moonlit night.
- The medication affected my level of wakefulness during the day.
- Despite his fatigue, his wakefulness kept him engaged in the conversation.
- The scientist studied the effects of caffeine on wakefulness.
Translations
Translations of the word "wakefulness" in other languages:
๐ต๐น vigรญlia
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคพเคเคฐเคฃ
๐ฉ๐ช Wachsamkeit
๐ฎ๐ฉ kesadaran
๐บ๐ฆ ะฑะฐะดัะพััััั
๐ต๐ฑ czujnoลฤ
๐ฏ๐ต ่ฆ้
๐ซ๐ท รฉveil
๐ช๐ธ despertar
๐น๐ท uyanฤฑklฤฑk
๐ฐ๐ท ๊ฐ์ฑ
๐ธ๐ฆ ููุธุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ bdฤlost
๐ธ๐ฐ bdelosลฅ
๐จ๐ณ ๆธ ้
๐ธ๐ฎ budnost
๐ฎ๐ธ vรถku
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะพัะฝั
๐ฌ๐ช แแฆแแแซแแ แแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ oyanฤฑqlฤฑq
๐ฒ๐ฝ despertar
Etymology
The word 'wakefulness' originates from the Middle English term 'wakful,' which denotes the state of being awake or alert. 'Wake' itself can be traced back to the Old English 'wacan,' meaning 'to become aware or to come to consciousness.' Throughout history, the concept of wakefulness has been linked to notions of alertness and awareness, crucial for survival in various contexts, from ancient hunter-gatherer societies to modern-day work environments. As psychology and neuroscience evolved, wakefulness began to be examined in relation to cognitive functions, highlighting its importance not just in physical performance but also in mental acuity. This evolution in understanding continues to inform both medical practices and the study of sleep and circadian rhythms.
Word Frequency Rank
Positioned at #23,380, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.
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- 23377 realizable
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- 23379 expansionist
- 23380 wakefulness
- 23381 forsooth
- 23382 sterilizing
- 23383 indent
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