1.Definition: a periodic state during which you are conscious and aware of the world

"Consciousness during wakefulness in a sane person is pretty well ordered and familiar"

Category: General

2.Definition: a temporary state in which you are unable (or unwilling) to sleep

"Accept your wakefulness and sleep in its own contrary way is more likely to come"

Related Noun(s):sleeplessness

Category: General

3.Definition: the process of paying close and continuous attention

"Wakefulness, watchfulness, and bellicosity make a good hunter", "Vigilance is especially susceptible to fatigue"

Related Noun(s):alertness, vigilance, watchfulness

Category: General