English to English
noun
- a periodic state during which you are conscious and aware of the world
Consciousness during wakefulness in a sane person is pretty well ordered and familiar.
source: WordNet 3.0
- a temporary state in which you are unable (or unwilling) to sleep
Accept your wakefulness and sleep in its own contrary way is more likely to come.
source: WordNet 3.0
- the process of paying close and continuous attention
Wakefulness, watchfulness, and bellicosity make a good hunter.
Vigilance is especially susceptible to fatigue.
source: WordNet 3.0
