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Awaken Definition & Meaning

awaken
verb
  1. cause to become awake or conscious; "He was roused by the drunken men in the street"; "Please wake me at 6 AM."
  2. stop sleeping; "She woke up to the sound of the alarm clock"
  3. make aware; "They were awakened to the sad facts"

"Awaken" in song lyrics

See how awaken is used in real songs:

  • "As I awaken"
    Aceyalone — The Thief
  • "This is how they gon' feel me, this is how they are awaken"
    Bizzy Bone f/ Chris Notez — Real (Freestyle)
  • "Where we awaken"
    Blackalicious — Rhythm Sticks

Usage tips for "awaken"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "awaken" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for awaken to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does awaken mean?
cause to become awake or conscious; "He was roused by the drunken men in the street"; "Please wake me at 6 AM." stop sleeping; "She woke up to the sound of the alarm clock" make aware; "They were awakened to the sad facts"
What part of speech is awaken?
Awaken is a verb.
How many definitions does awaken have?
Awaken has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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