Awaken

usgb/əˈweɪkən/Volume
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Literal AwakeningPlay
Use 'awaken' to describe someone coming out of sleep. It can be gentle or sudden. SlideThey slowly awakened to a peaceful morning.
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'Awaken' is often caused by external factors like noise, light, or movement. SlideA loud crash outside my window awakened me.