What does AWAKE mean?

Awake

Part of Speech: Verb, Adjective

Definition: To stop sleeping or to become conscious; not asleep; to be alert and attentive.

Pronunciations: US: /əˈweɪk/, UK: /əˈweɪk/

Origin and Usage: The word "awake" originated from the Old English word "āwæcnian" which means "to arise from sleep." It has been used in English since the 14th century. "Awake" is commonly used in everyday language to describe the state of being conscious or alert.

Synonyms: Alert, conscious, aware, attentive, watchful, vigilant, alive, up, awakened, aroused

Related Words: Alive, alert, aware, happy, quick

Example Sentences:

• She woke up and immediately felt awake.
• He was so awake that he couldn go back to sleep.
• The baby finally awoke from her nap.
• She was awake to the dangers of the situation.
• He stayed awake all night to finish his project.