Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
waking
verb
/ˈweɪ.kɪŋ/
Definition
The process of rising from sleep or becoming alert after a period of rest.
Examples
- Waking up early can lead to a productive day.
- She enjoys the peaceful moments of waking before the world stirs.
- His habit of waking suddenly in the night troubled him.
Meaning
Waking refers to the transition from a state of sleep to being awake, typically characterized by increased awareness and responsiveness to the environment.
Synonyms
- Awakening
- Rising
- Get up
