noun

unconsciousness

Unconsciousness (noun) means the state of not being awake or aware of one's surroundings. Example: “The blow to the head caused a brief loss of unconsciousness.”

noun

The state of not being awake or aware of one's surroundings.

"The blow to the head caused a brief loss of unconsciousness."

How to use unconsciousness

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe state of being knocked out or unaware, usually after an injury.

Common pairings

lapse into unconsciousness lose consciousness

Word forms

unconsciousnesses plural

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Etymology

From unconscious + -ness.

Rhymes for unconsciousness

seriousness nervousness consciousness righteousness

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Frequently asked questions

What does “unconsciousness” mean?

The word “unconsciousness” means the state of not being awake or aware of one's surroundings. In plain terms, the state of being knocked out or unaware, usually after an injury.

How do you use “unconsciousness” in a sentence?

Here is “unconsciousness” used in a sentence: “The blow to the head caused a brief loss of unconsciousness.”

What part of speech is “unconsciousness”?

“Unconsciousness” is a noun.

What is the meaning of unconsciousness?

"unconsciousness" (noun) means the state of not being awake or aware of one's surroundings.