Arousal

usgb/əˈraʊzl/
noun

The act of being woken or made aware.

I was in deep sleep, but the loud sound caused an arousal in my conscious state.
Visual representation of "arousal" - The act of being woken or made aware

Often appears as...

  • arousal from sleep
  • sudden arousal
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Sudden Awakenings

Used when an abrupt event or noise interrupts sleep or inattention.

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The fire alarm led to the arousal of all the guests at the hotel.
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Mental Alertness

It can refer to the process of becoming mentally engaged or interested in something.

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A good debate often leads to the arousal of intellectual curiosity.
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Metaphorical Use

Sometimes used metaphorically for non-physical 'awakening' like awareness of issues.

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The documentary aimed at the arousal of public interest in environmental protection.
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