waking (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈweɪkɪŋ/

Definition

The state of being awake; not sleeping.

Examples

• She spent her waking hours planning the next adventure.

• The sound of birds marked the beginning of his waking day.

• Even in his waking thoughts, the dream lingered.

How to Use waking

waking up (phrasal verb)

The act of becoming conscious after sleeping. — "I enjoy waking up to the sound of birdsong."

be in one's waking moments (idiom)

To be aware or conscious. — "Even in her waking moments, she couldn't shake the feeling."

Synonyms of waking

Words with a similar meaning to waking:

• awake
• conscious
• alert
• vigilant

Antonyms of waking

Words with the opposite meaning to waking:

• sleeping
• unconscious

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