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subconsciously

|sub-con-scious-ly|

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/sʌbˈkɑːnʃəsli/

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/sʌbˈkɒnʃəsli/

(subconscious)

influenced by the subconscious

Base FormNoun
subconscioussubconsciousness
Etymology
Etymology Information

'subconscious' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'subconscire,' where 'sub-' meant 'under' and 'conscire' meant 'to be aware.'

Historical Evolution

'subconscire' transformed into the French word 'subconscient,' and eventually became the modern English word 'subconscious' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'under awareness,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'influenced by the subconscious mind.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a manner that is influenced by the subconscious mind.

She subconsciously avoided the topic during the conversation.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41