consciousness

noun

ˈkän(t)-shəs-nəs How to pronounce consciousness (audio)
Definition of consciousnessnext
as in awareness
a state of being aware a glaring problem that somehow has yet to penetrate the consciousness of the people that run this company

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Recent Examples of consciousness And so this false story has been imprinted in the cultural consciousness. — Kalia Richardson, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2026 In the national consciousness, Blackpool has become a morbid caricature of working-class Britain—a place where binge drinking, violence, and vomit are in view of teacup rides, kids on the beach, and plastic pirates. — George Francis Lee, New Yorker, 12 Aug. 2026 Every year, contenders materialize in our collective consciousness before setting up shop on pop radio and easing into rotation at pool parties. — Klara Auerbach, Washington Post, 11 Aug. 2026 After a monumental season of shepherding drag kings into the pop culture consciousness, Revry’s King of Drag is back for season 2 — and Entertainment Weekly has the exclusive reveal of the new royal court competing for the throne. — Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for consciousness
Recent Examples of Synonyms for consciousness
  1. awareness
  2. attention
  3. mindfulness
Noun
  • The accessory resembles the yellow Livestrong wristband, part of a cancer awareness campaign launched by cyclist Lance Armstrong’s foundation.
    — Andrew Jones, CNN Money, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Trade shows, intimate satellite gatherings, and virtual conferences serve as critical infrastructure for product launches, brand awareness, and business development.
    — Peter Su, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of awareness
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  • Temperature control requires some attention, as the trailers can heat up quickly in direct sunlight and cool dramatically after dark.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Bernard gets more of the attention; Weru, a native of Kenya, was an international rugby player who is now learning football.
    — Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of attention
Noun
  • Savoring distinguishes itself from gratitude and mindfulness by actively deepening present joys.
    — Kevin Kruse, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
  • August is National Wellness Month, and mental health experts are encouraging people to prioritize healthy habits like getting enough sleep, staying active, practicing mindfulness, and making time for preventive care.
    — Najahe Sherman, CBS News, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of mindfulness

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“Consciousness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consciousness. Accessed 21 Aug. 2026.

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