adj Uncommon

awakened

uh-WAY-kuhnd

Awakened (adj) means having been roused from sleep; also, having become alert or aware of something. Example: “The awakened city slowly came to life as commuters filled the streets.”

adj

Having been roused from sleep; also, having become alert or aware of something.

"The awakened city slowly came to life as commuters filled the streets."

"She felt like a newly awakened sense of purpose had taken hold of her."

How to use awakened

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishWoken up — literally or in the sense of becoming newly aware of something.

Word forms

more awakened comparative, most awakened superlative

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Rhymes for awakened

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Frequently asked questions

What does “awakened” mean?

The word “awakened” means having been roused from sleep; also, having become alert or aware of something. In plain terms, woken up — literally or in the sense of becoming newly aware of something.

How do you pronounce “awakened”?

“Awakened” is pronounced uh-WAY-kuhnd (/əˈweɪkənd/ in IPA).

How do you use “awakened” in a sentence?

Here is “awakened” used in a sentence: “The awakened city slowly came to life as commuters filled the streets.”

What part of speech is “awakened”?

“Awakened” is an adjective.

Is “awakened” a common word?

“Awakened” is an uncommon word in modern English.