noun
- The condition of being alert: alertness, vigilance, wariness, watchfulness. See awareness/unawareness.
wakefulness
| Thesaurus: wakefulness |
| WordNet: wakefulness |
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The noun has 2 meanings:
Meaning #1:
a periodic state during which you are conscious and aware of the world
Meaning #2:
a temporary state in which you are unable (or unwilling) to sleep
Synonym: sleeplessness
Antonym: sleepiness (meaning #1)
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