consciously

/'kɔnʃəsli/

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Word: Consciously

Part of Speech: Adverb

Definition: "Consciously" means to do something with awareness and intention. When you do something consciously, you are fully aware of your actions and the choices you are making.

Usage Instructions:

• Use "consciously" when you want to emphasize that someone is aware of what they are doing.
• It often describes actions or thoughts that are considered and deliberate, rather than automatic or unconscious.

Example:

• "She consciously played with the idea of inviting them to her party."
  • (This means she thought carefully about the idea of inviting them and was aware of it.)

Advanced Usage:

• In more complex sentences, "consciously" can be used to discuss deeper thoughts or decisions, such as:
  • "He consciously chose to pursue a career in medicine, understanding the commitment it required."

Word Variants:

• Conscious (adjective): Being aware of and responding to one's surroundings.
  • Example: "She was conscious of the time and knew she had to hurry."
• Unconsciously (adverb): Doing something without being aware of it.
  • Example: "He unconsciously bit his nails when he was nervous."

Different Meanings:

• While "consciously" primarily refers to awareness, it can also imply a level of control over one's thoughts or actions, suggesting that the person is making a choice rather than reacting instinctively.

Synonyms:

• Deliberately
• Intentionally
• Purposefully
• Awarely (less common)

Idioms:

• There aren't specific idioms that use "consciously," but you can combine it with phrases to highlight awareness, such as:
  • "To be fully aware" (meaning to be conscious of something).

Phrasal Verbs:

• There are no direct phrasal verbs that use "consciously," but you can use it in combination with verbs:
  • "Consciously think about" (to consider something with awareness).
  • "Consciously decide" (to make a decision with intention).

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Adverb

1. with awareness
   • she consciously played with the idea of inviting them