Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wide-awake
adjective
/ˈwaɪd əˈweɪk/
Definition
Fully alert and aware; not sleepy.
Examples
- After a strong cup of coffee, I felt wide-awake and ready to tackle the day.
- She was wide-awake during the presentation, asking insightful questions.
- Even after the long flight, he managed to stay wide-awake to enjoy the sights.
Meaning
Being wide-awake means to be fully conscious and attentive, often after waking from sleep or during a period of heightened awareness.
Synonyms
- Alert
- Awake
- Vigilant
- Attentive
