wakening

The word “wakening” has 3 syllables: wak-e-ning.

It's pronounced as /ˈweɪkənɪŋ/.


What is synonym and antonym for wakening?

In the thesaurus, “wakening” has 4 synonyms and 20 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for wakening along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for wakening

  • arousing
  • awakening
  • awaking
  • waking

Antonyms for wakening

  • dozing
  • dropping off
  • drowsy
  • hypnotic
  • lulling
  • mesmerizing
  • napping
  • narcotic
  • nodding
  • opiate
  • resting
  • sedative
  • sleeping
  • sleepy
  • slumbering
  • slumberous
  • slumbrous
  • snoozing
  • somnolent
  • soporific

Meanings of wakening

  • verb
    1. To wake or rouse from sleep.
    2. To awaken; to cease to sleep; to be awakened; to stir.
  • noun
    1. The act of awaking, or ceasing to sleep.

Example Sentences

  • Wakening to the gentle melody of birdsong, she greeted the dawn with a smile.
  • The soft glow of sunrise signaled the wakening of a new day in the sleepy village.
  • The subtle scent of coffee permeated the air, wakening his senses to the promise of morning.
  • With each passing minute, the wakening light bathed the landscape in a golden hue.
  • The gradual wakening of the city was accompanied by the bustling sounds of early morning commuters.

On this page you'll find 24 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to wakening, such as: arousing, awakening, awaking, dozing, dropping off, drowsy, hypnotic.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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