What is another word for waken?

Pronunciation: [wˈe͡ɪkən] (IPA)

"Waken", meaning to wake up from sleep, can be replaced with a variety of synonyms. Some commonly used synonyms include "awaken", "arouse", "rouse", "stir", and "rouse from sleep". "Stir up" and "bring to life" are informal alternatives. "Revive", "animate", "awaken to reality" and "come to life" are used when referring to restoring consciousness or alertness. "Stimulate", "activate", and "arouse from slumber" are also commonly used synonyms. Additionally, "put on your feet", "shake awake", and "rouse from a slumber" are more descriptive and figurative ways to replace "waken".

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    • Verb, base form
      wake.
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What are the hypernyms for Waken?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the opposite words for waken?

"Waken" is a verb that means "to wake up," "to become alert," or "to rouse from sleep." Some of its antonyms are "lull," "sedate," "dull," and "induce sleep." "Lull" means to calm, soothe, or dull, and is the opposite of "waken" because it promotes relaxation and sleep. "Sedate" means to calm or tranquillize, and is the opposite of "waken" because it produces a state of mental calmness and inactivity. "Dull" means to make less sharp, bright, or vivid, and is the opposite of "waken" because it reduces the intensity of sensory perception.

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Usage examples for Waken

Baby is still asleep, and I must waken him, too, or he won't sleep to-night.
"The Eye of Dread"
Payne Erskine
The sun reached the hour of noon, and still the mother slept and the daughter would not waken her.
"The Eye of Dread"
Payne Erskine
Did a whisper waken?
"Open Water"
Arthur Stringer

Famous quotes with Waken

  • The law is not thrust upon man; it rests deep within him, to waken when the call comes.
    Martin Buber
  • Love alone could waken love.
    Pearl S. Buck
  • To waken interest and kindle enthusiasm is the sure way to teach easily and successfully.
    Tryon Edwards
  • I want so much for my lover. At night when our beds are drawn close together I waken and see his dear yellow head on the pillow - sometimes his arm thrown over on my bed - and I kiss his hand, very softly so that it will not waken him.
    Dawn Powell
  • Fame is what you have taken, character is what you give; when to this truth you waken then you begin to live.
    Bayard Taylor

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