CEFR B2

wakefulness

noun

Meaning

The state of being awake and alert.

Examples

The patient's wakefulness was a good sign after the surgery.
Lack of sleep can lead to a state of chronic wakefulness.

Synonyms: alertness, consciousness, vigilance, awareness

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wakefulness (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈweɪkfəlnəs/

Definition

The state of being awake and alert.

Examples

The patient's wakefulness was a good sign after the surgery.
Lack of sleep can lead to a state of chronic wakefulness.
He experienced a sudden surge of wakefulness when he heard the alarm.

Synonyms of wakefulness

Words with a similar meaning to wakefulness:

alertness
consciousness
vigilance
awareness

Antonyms of wakefulness

Words with the opposite meaning to wakefulness:

sleepiness
drowsiness
somnolence

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