Consciente
Example: Ela está consciente do perigo na estrada movimentada.
Definition
"Consciente" describes a state of being aware of one's surroundings, thoughts, and feelings, especially in a philosophical sense. It refers to the ability to perceive and understand reality, as in the example: She is conscious of the danger on the busy road.
Etymology
The word "consciente" comes from the Latin 'conscius,' meaning 'knowing with others' or 'aware.' It combines 'con-' (together) and 'scire' (to know). Did you know? The philosophical use emphasizes shared awareness or self-awareness.
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