consciousness

• État ou faculté de percevoir, de connaître et de réfléchir sur sa propre existence, ses pensées et son environnement, incluant à la fois la vigilance et la connaissance de soi.

A noun referring to the state of being aware of and able to think about one's own existence, thoughts, and surroundings.

indénombrable

1. State of awarenessB2formal

   The state of being awake and aware of one's surroundings and thoughts.

   État de conscience

   • He lost consciousness after the accident.
   • The patient regained consciousness several hours later.
   • She was fully conscious during the entire procedure.

   Synonymesalertnessawarenesscognizancesentiencewakefulness

   Antonymesblackoutinsensibilityunconsciousness

2. Awareness or perceptionB2formal

   Awareness or understanding of something, especially a particular issue or situation.

   conscience (perception, prise de conscience)

   • There is a growing consciousness about environmental issues.
   • Her political consciousness developed during college.
   • The campaign aims to raise consciousness about mental health.

   Synonymesawarenesscognizanceknowledgemindfulnessnoticeperceptionrealizationrecognitionunderstanding

3. Mind or thoughtsC1formal

   The totality of a person's thoughts, feelings, and sensations.

   conscience (ensemble des pensées et sensations)

   • The philosopher explored the nature of human consciousness.
   • Meditation can help expand your consciousness.
   • Stream of consciousness is a literary technique used by many authors.

   Synonymesawarenesscognitionmindpsychethought