awakening

• Describe algo que hace que una persona se dé cuenta de algo o que despierte del sueño o de la inacción.

Describes something that causes a person to become aware of something or to wake up from sleep or inactivity.

1. Becoming awareB2formal

   Describing a process of becoming conscious or aware of something.

   despertar

   • The country is experiencing an awakening interest in renewable energy.
   • She had an awakening realization about her true priorities.
   • The documentary was an awakening experience for many viewers.

   Sinónimosdawningdevelopingemergingstirringwaking

2. Starting or beginningB2formal

   Describing the initial stage of something, often a new awareness or movement.

   despertar (inicio)

   • The awakening spring brought new life to the garden.
   • His awakening curiosity led him to explore new subjects.
   • The awakening of the city after winter was beautiful.

   Sinónimosbuddingdawningemergingfledglingincipientnascent

   Antónimoscessationconclusiondeclinedormancyendingsleeptermination

• Sustantivo que designa la acción de despertar del sueño o, en sentido figurado, el momento de tomar conciencia de algo, como una nueva comprensión o revelación.

A noun referring to the act of waking up from sleep, or more figuratively, the moment of becoming aware of something, such as a new realization or understanding.

1. A2formal

   The act of waking up from sleep or becoming conscious.

   despertar

   • His awakening was gentle, with sunlight streaming through the window.
   • She had a sudden awakening in the middle of the night.
   • The alarm clock caused a rude awakening.

   Sinónimosarousalwakeningwaking

   Antónimossleepslumber

2. Realization or awarenessB2formal

   A moment when someone becomes aware of something important or realizes a truth.

   despertar

   • The documentary was an awakening to the realities of climate change.
   • His travels led to a cultural awakening.
   • The scandal caused a political awakening among the citizens.

   Sinónimosawarenessconsciousnessdiscoveryenlightenmentepiphanyinsightrealizationrecognitionrevelationunderstanding

3. Spiritual or intellectual renewalC1formal

   A period of increased spiritual or intellectual awareness and growth.

   despertar espiritual o intelectual

   • The Renaissance was a great cultural awakening in Europe.
   • She experienced a spiritual awakening after the retreat.
   • The movement sparked an intellectual awakening across the country.

   Sinónimosawarenessenlightenmentepiphanyinsightrealizationrebirthrenewalresurgencerevelationrevival

   Antónimosapathyignorancestagnation

• Verbo que indica la acción de despertar del sueño o de tomar conciencia de algo, usado a menudo en un contexto formal o literario.

A verb used to indicate the act of waking up or becoming aware of something, often used in a more formal or literary context.

1. Wake up from sleepB1formal

   To stop sleeping; to become conscious after sleeping.

   despertarse

   • She awakened at dawn to the sound of birds.
   • He was awakened by a loud noise outside.
   • The baby awakened from her nap feeling refreshed.

   Sinónimosariserousestirwakewake up

   Antónimosdozenodsleepslumber

2. Become aware or activeB2formal

   To become aware of something or to stir into activity.

   despertar(se)

   • The documentary awakened his interest in environmental issues.
   • The speech awakened a sense of pride in the audience.
   • Her passion for art was awakened during her travels.

   Sinónimosrealizerousestirwake up