Meaning of the word awake in English

What does awake mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

awake

US /əˈweɪk/

UK /əˈweɪk/

not asleep

Example:

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I was still awake when the sun rose.

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She lay awake for hours, thinking.

Synonym:

alert conscious vigilant

Antonym:

asleep sleeping

to stop sleeping; to wake up

Example:

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I usually awake around 7 AM.

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The noise caused him to awake suddenly.

Synonym:

wake rouse arise

Antonym:

sleep doze