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Meaning of stayed awake
The primary meaning of "stayed awake" is to remain in a state of wakefulness, not sleeping or dozing.
Etymology of stayed awake
The word "stayed" comes from the Old English word "stægan," which means "to remain" or "to stand."
The word "awake" comes from the Old English word "awæcan," which means "to wake up" or "to become awake."
The phrase "stayed awake" has been used since the 15th century to describe the act of remaining awake, often in difficult or challenging circumstances.
Synonyms
remained awake
stayed up
kept awake
stayed alert
remained vigilant
kept watch
stayed observant
remained attentive
kept awake all night
stayed awake all night
remained insomnia
stayed sleepless
kept insomnia
stayed wakeful
remained wakeful
stayed watchful
kept vigilant
stayed attentive
remained alert
kept alert
stayed aware
remained aware
kept informed
stayed informed
remained knowledgeable
kept knowledgeable
stayed perceptive
remained perceptive
Definitions
- To remain awake, especially when it is difficult to do so, often due to a specific reason or task.
- * To refrain from sleeping or dozing, often requiring effort or willpower.
Usage Examples
- I stayed awake all night to finish the project on time.
- * She stayed awake during the long flight to ensure her safety.
- * He stayed awake to watch the sunrise over the mountains.
Antonyms
fell asleep
dozed off
slept
went to sleep
dropped off
nodded off
lost consciousness
became unconscious
went unconscious
fell unconscious
lost alertness
became drowsy
felt drowsy
went to bed
retired
went to sleep early
slept in
overslept
slept soundly
slept deeply