Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
anoesis
Noun
/əˈnɔɪsɪs/
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Definition
A state of pure sensory experience without any cognitive activity.
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Examples
- The artist captured the anoesis of the moment in his painting, conveying feelings without words.
- In meditation, some seek to achieve anoesis, focusing solely on their sensory experiences.
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Meaning
Anoesis refers to a condition where a person experiences sensations without an accompanying understanding or analysis of those sensations.
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Synonyms
- Pure sensation
- Immediacy
- Raw experience