Meaning of the following word: conscious

Conscious means being aware of and able to think and understand things. It can also refer to being awake and not asleep.

Conscious

Definition:

- Aware of and responsive to one's surroundings, thoughts, and feelings.
- In possession of an individual mind or self-awareness.
- Deliberate or intentional in action or thought.

Antonyms:

- Unconscious
- Oblivious
- Unaware

Synonyms:

- Awake
- Alert
- Cognizant
- Aware
- Mindful
- Intentional

Usage Examples:

- I was so startled by the noise that I became fully conscious.
- The doctor assured me that I was fully conscious after the surgery.
- He made a conscious effort to be polite to everyone he met.
- I'm not conscious of any mistakes I made.
- The murderer was conscious of his guilt.