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unconscious

[ʌnˈkɒnʃəs]

unconscious Definition

  • 1not awake and aware of and able to think and understand one's surroundings or situation
  • 2done or existing without one realizing

Using unconscious: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "unconscious" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He was found unconscious on the floor.

  • Example

    She was hit on the head and knocked unconscious.

  • Example

    The driver was apparently unconscious at the time of the accident.

  • Example

    He made an unconscious gesture of apology.

unconscious Synonyms and Antonyms

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Phrases with unconscious

  • prejudice or unsupported judgments in favor of or against one thing, person, or group as compared to another, in a way that is usually considered unfair

    Example

    We all have unconscious biases that we need to be aware of.

  • the part of the mind that contains thoughts, feelings, and memories that are not currently in conscious awareness

    Example

    The unconscious mind can influence our behavior in ways we don't even realize.

  • unconscious competence

    the highest level of learning where a skill or behavior has become so practiced that it can be performed without conscious effort

    Example

    After years of practice, playing the piano became an example of unconscious competence for her.

Origins of unconscious

from Latin 'un-' meaning 'not' + 'conscious'

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Summary: unconscious in Brief

The term 'unconscious' [ʌnˈkɒnʃəs] refers to a state of being unaware of one's surroundings or situation, or something done without realizing it. Examples include being knocked out or having an unconscious bias. The unconscious mind is a part of the mind that contains thoughts, feelings, and memories that are not currently in conscious awareness. 'Unconscious competence' refers to the highest level of learning where a skill or behavior has become automatic.

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