Awareness Definition & Meaning

awareness
noun
  1. having knowledge of; "he had no awareness of his mistakes"; "his sudden consciousness of the problem he faced"; "their intelligence and general knowingness was impressive"
  2. state of elementary or undifferentiated consciousness; "the crash intruded on his awareness"

"Awareness" in song lyrics

See how awareness is used in real songs:

  • "A virtual Living Awareness"
    Beast 1333 — 2033
  • "In this day and age your paranoia is awareness"
    Blood of Abraham — Paranoia is Awareness
  • "my fingers tap buttons with sanctified awareness"
    Cannibal Ox f/ El-P — Ridiculoid

Usage tips for "awareness"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "awareness" 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 awareness to find words that pair well.

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