awaken

verb
/əˈweɪkən/

Meaning

to stop sleeping; to cause to become aware

Example Sentences

The loud noise awakened the entire neighborhood.

Example Expressions

awaken interest

Synonyms

arouse, rouse, wake, stir

Antonyms

sleep, ignore, neglect

Collocations

awaken early, awaken suddenly, awaken feelings, awaken interest

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