Awake

Awake

Awake (/əˈweɪk/) is a term used in medicine to describe the state of consciousness where an individual is fully alert, interactive, and oriented to their surroundings. It is the opposite of being asleep or unconscious.

Etymology

The term "awake" originates from the Old English word "awacian," which means to arise or to spring into being. It has been used in the English language since the 14th century.

Related Terms

• Sleep: A state of rest in which the eyes are typically closed and consciousness is completely or partially lost.
• Consciousness: The state of being aware and able to think and perceive one's surroundings.
• Unconsciousness: A state in which a person is unable to respond to people and activities, often as a result of illness or injury.
• Alertness: The state of being watchful and prompt to meet danger or emergency, or being quick to perceive and act.
• Insomnia: A sleep disorder that is characterized by difficulty falling and/or staying asleep.

See Also

• Sleep cycle
• Rapid eye movement sleep
• Non-rapid eye movement sleep
• Sleep disorder
• Narcolepsy

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Awake
• Wikipedia's article - Awake

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