Awakening

Pronunciation: /əˈweɪkənɪŋ/

Awakening (noun)

  1. The moment when someone wakes up from sleep and becomes aware again.
  2. A growing understanding of something important, often after not noticing it before.
  3. A deep change in beliefs or understanding that leads to a more meaningful way of living.

Examples

  • My awakening came when the alarm rang softly.
  • Her awakening was gentle, and she felt rested.