Meaning of the word dawning in English
What does dawning mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
dawning
US /ˈdɑː.nɪŋ/
UK /ˈdɔː.nɪŋ/
Noun
the beginning of a phenomenon or period of time
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The dawning of a new era brought hope and change.
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We witnessed the dawning of a technological revolution.
Adjective
beginning to be understood or realized
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A dawning awareness of the problem spread among the public.
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There was a dawning realization that they had made a mistake.