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Meaning of unconsciousness
The state of being unconscious or unaware of one's surroundings
Etymology of unconsciousness
The word "unconsciousness" originates from the prefix "un-" meaning "not" and the word "consciousness" which comes from the Latin "conscientia" meaning "knowledge" or "guilt", with the word "conscious" derived from the Latin "conscius" meaning "sharing knowledge"
The term has been used in English since the 17th century to describe a state of being unaware or unresponsive
Synonyms
unconsciousness
insensibility
unawareness
obliviousness
numbness
stupor
coma
trance
daze
haze
fog
lethargy
torpor
somnolence
dormancy
inertness
lifelessness
inanimation
insensateness
unresponsiveness
impassiveness
indifference
detachment
disinterest
apathy
lethargy
sluggishness
languor
languidness
listlessness
Definitions
- The state of being unconscious or unaware of one's surroundings, including a lack of response to external stimuli
- * A state of mind that is not conscious or aware, often characterized by a lack of responsiveness or sensation
Usage Examples
- The patient's unconsciousness made it difficult for doctors to diagnose the cause of the injury
- * The driver's unconsciousness at the wheel led to a serious accident
- * The anesthesia induced unconsciousness in the patient before the surgery
Antonyms
consciousness
awareness
wakefulness
alertness
attentiveness
vigilance
sensitivity
responsiveness
receptiveness
interest
engagement
enthusiasm
excitement
animation
liveliness
energy
vitality
dynamism
activity
responsiveness