awakened (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /əˈweɪkənd/

Definition

Caused to stop sleeping and become conscious.

Examples

• The smell of coffee awakened him early.

• Her sense of justice was awakened by the news.

• The alarm clock awakened the whole house.

How to Use awakened

awakened to (prepositional phrase)

To become aware of or realize something, especially a problem or situation. — "She was finally awakened to the dangers of her lifestyle."

awakened by (prepositional phrase)

To be caused to stop sleeping or become conscious by a particular sound, event, or sensation. — "He was awakened by a loud bang outside."

Synonyms of awakened

Words with a similar meaning to awakened:

• roused
• stirred
• aroused
• activated

Antonyms of awakened

Words with the opposite meaning to awakened:

• asleep
• dormant

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