Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

barely-conscious

adjective

/ˈbɛrli ˈkɒnʃəs/

Definition

Having limited awareness or understanding; in a state of partial consciousness.

Examples

After the long hike, she was barely-conscious and needed help to reach the cabin.
The patient remained barely-conscious after the surgery, responding only to light touches.
He was barely-conscious during the lecture, his mind drifting off due to lack of sleep.

Meaning

The term describes a condition where a person is not fully alert or aware of their surroundings, often due to exhaustion, sleep, intoxication, or medical issues.