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sentience

noun

Meaning

The capacity of an organism to feel, perceive, or be conscious of sensations and emotions.

Examples

Many philosophers debate whether artificial intelligence can ever truly achieve sentience.
The question of animal sentience is crucial in discussions about animal welfare and rights.

Synonyms: awareness, consciousness, perceptiveness, sapience

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sentience (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈsɛnʃəns/

Definition

The capacity of an organism to feel, perceive, or be conscious of sensations and emotions.

Examples

Many philosophers debate whether artificial intelligence can ever truly achieve sentience.
The question of animal sentience is crucial in discussions about animal welfare and rights.
Some believe that plants might possess a rudimentary form of sentience, reacting to their environment.

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