Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

anoesis

Noun
/əˈnɔɪsɪs/
Definition
A state of pure sensory experience without any cognitive activity.
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.
Meaning
Anoesis refers to a condition where a person experiences sensations without an accompanying understanding or analysis of those sensations.
Synonyms
  • Pure sensation
  • Immediacy
  • Raw experience