sentient (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈsɛnʃənt/

Definition

Able to perceive or feel things; capable of sensation and consciousness.

Examples

• Many philosophers debate whether artificial intelligence can ever truly become sentient.

• The animal rights movement argues that all sentient creatures deserve protection from cruelty.

• Even simple organisms can be considered sentient if they react to stimuli and experience basic sensations.

Synonyms of sentient

Words with a similar meaning to sentient:

• conscious
• perceptive
• feeling
• sapient

Antonyms of sentient

Words with the opposite meaning to sentient:

• insentient
• unconscious
• inanimate

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