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consciousness

con·scious·ness [ kónshəssnəss ]


noun 
Definition:
 
1. awareness of surroundings: the state of being awake and aware of what is going on around you
feelings of dizziness followed by loss of consciousness

2. somebody's mind: somebody's mind and thoughts
In time, this experience will fade from your consciousness.

3. shared feelings and beliefs: the set of opinions, feelings, and beliefs of a group
national consciousness

4. awareness of particular issue: awareness of or sensitivity to a particular issue
health consciousness

5. psychology 
Same as  conscious



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