adv
Uncommon
consciously
Consciously (adv) means In a way that is deliberate and done with full awareness. Example: “She consciously avoided mentioning the argument at dinner.”
adv
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In a way that is deliberate and done with full awareness.
"She consciously avoided mentioning the argument at dinner."
How to use consciously
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishOn purpose, with full awareness of what you're doing.
Common pairings
consciously choose
consciously avoid
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more consciously
- Superlative
- most consciously
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She _____ avoided mentioning the argument at dinner.
Etymology
From "conscious" + the adverb-forming suffix "-ly."
Antonyms
Related words
Rhymes for consciously
famously
anxiously
seriously
obviously
curiously
furiously
nervously
viciously
jealously
hideously
previously
vigorously
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Frequently asked questions
What does “consciously” mean?
The word “consciously” means in a way that is deliberate and done with full awareness. In plain terms, on purpose, with full awareness of what you're doing.
How do you use “consciously” in a sentence?
Here is “consciously” used in a sentence: “She consciously avoided mentioning the argument at dinner.”
What is the opposite of “consciously”?
The opposite of “consciously” — its antonyms — are subconsciously and unconsciously.
What part of speech is “consciously”?
“Consciously” is an adverb.
Is “consciously” a common word?
“Consciously” is an uncommon word in modern English.
