Unconscious
easyun-KON-shus
adjective
Definition
Not conscious; unaware; done without awareness
Examples
“She was unconscious of the effect she had on others.”
“The patient remained unconscious for hours.”
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GRE Tip
Unconscious is a easy-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "unaware" or "oblivious" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "conscious".
Related GRE Words
inadvertent
Not resulting from or achieved through deliberate planning
unwitting
Not aware of the full facts; unintentional
cognizant
Having knowledge or being aware of
arduous
Requiring great effort; difficult and tiring
aesthetic
Concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty
resilient
Able to recover quickly from difficulties; tough and flexible
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