Conscious
Example: She is conscious of her thoughts during meditation every morning.
Definition
"Conscious" in philosophy refers to the state of being aware of and able to think about one's own existence, sensations, thoughts, and surroundings. It involves the capacity for self-reflection and subjective experience, as in being aware of one's thoughts during meditation.
Etymology
The word "conscious" comes from the Latin 'conscius,' meaning 'knowing with others' or 'aware.' It entered English in the late 16th century, reflecting the idea of shared knowledge or awareness. Did you know that its root 'scire' means 'to know,' highlighting the connection to knowledge and awareness?
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"Conscious" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Philosophy - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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