subconscious
|sub-con-scious|
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/sʌbˈkɑːn.ʃəs/
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/sʌbˈkɒn.ʃəs/
influenced by the subconscious
Etymology
'subconscious' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'subconscire,' where 'sub-' meant 'under' and 'conscire' meant 'to be aware.'
'subconscire' transformed into the French word 'subconscient,' and eventually became the modern English word 'subconscious' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'under awareness,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'existing in the mind beneath consciousness.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the part of the mind that is not fully aware but influences actions and feelings.
The idea was buried deep in his subconscious.
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Adjective 1
existing or operating in the mind beneath or beyond consciousness.
She had a subconscious fear of heights.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45