Sentient

usgb/ˈsentiənt/
adjective

Has feelings, can experience sensations, or think consciously.

The philosophy class speculated on whether or not robots could ever become sentient.
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Often appears as...

  • sentient beings
  • sentient life
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Subjectivity Nuance

Sentient emphasizes having subjective experiences, not just any reaction to stimuli.

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The dog seems sentient as it appears to experience joy and sadness.
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Philosophical Use

Used in philosophy to debate the ability of non-humans to think or feel.

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Is the sentient mind unique to humans, or do animals possess it too?
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Emotional Depth

Highlights the capacity for deep feelings, going beyond basic senses.

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Some argue that sentient creatures can feel not only pain but also love.
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