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subconscious Meaning & Definition

/sʌbˈkɒn.ʃəs/

What Does Subconscious Mean?

Subconscious is an adjective that means Occurring in the part of our mind that we are not normally aware of. As a noun, it means The part of the mind that we are not normally aware of.

Subconscious: Key Facts

Part of speechadjective, noun
Pronunciation/sʌbˈkɒn.ʃəs/
Syllables3
Synonymsunconscious and subconscious mind
Pluralsubconsciouses
Comparative / superlativemore subconscious, most subconscious

Subconscious Definition (Adjective)

  1. Occurring in the part of our mind that we are not normally aware of.

    The sense of smell can be a subconscious influence on our actions.

Subconscious as a Noun

  1. The part of the mind that we are not normally aware of.

    A person can sometimes wake up knowing the solution to a problem that their subconscious has been working on.

Synonyms of Subconscious

Subconscious synonyms and antonyms →

Subconscious in a Sentence

The sense of smell can be a subconscious influence on our actions.

A person can sometimes wake up knowing the solution to a problem that their subconscious has been working on.

Word Forms & Grammar

subconscious (comparative more subconscious, superlative most subconscious)

subconscious (usually uncountable, plural subconsciouses)

Words That Rhyme With Subconscious

Origin of Subconscious

From sub- +‎ conscious.

Pronouncing Subconscious

You say subconscious as /sʌbˈkɒn.ʃəs/. It has 3 syllables, with the main stress on the second syllable (kɒn).

Common Questions About Subconscious

Is subconscious an adjective or a noun?

Subconscious is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a noun.

What is another word for subconscious?

Words with a similar meaning to subconscious include unconscious and subconscious mind. See the full list of subconscious synonyms and antonyms.

What is the plural of subconscious?

The plural of subconscious is subconsciouses.

What are the comparative and superlative forms of subconscious?

The comparative form is more subconscious and the superlative form is most subconscious.

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