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Definition conscious in American English

conscious adjective

adjective
/ˈkɑnʃəs/
1

noticing that something exists or is happening and realizing that it is important

Example

Teachers are increasingly conscious of the importance of the Internet.

Example

He was suddenly conscious of everyone looking at him.

Example

We are conscious that some people may not wish to work at night.

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2

awake and able to see, hear, and think

Example

The patient was fully conscious throughout the operation.

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3

a conscious thought, memory, experience, etc. is one that you realize you are having

Example

She had no conscious memory of having met him before.

4

done deliberately by someone who knows what the effect will be

Example

I'm going to make a conscious effort to be more cheerful.

Example

We don't usually make a conscious choice to fall in love with someone.

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Definition conscious in American English