Unconscious

usgb/ʌnˈkɑːnʃəs/
adjective

Not awake and able to understand what is happening around you.

He was knocked unconscious by a fall.
Visual representation of "unconscious" - Not awake and able to understand what is happening around you.

Often appears as...

  • fall unconscious
  • knocked unconscious
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Physical State

Describes someone not conscious due to impact or illness; can't respond to stimuli.

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After the car accident, he was found unconscious.
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Temporary Condition

It usually means the person will regain awareness eventually, not a permanent state.

Illustration for Temporary Condition
The boxer was unconscious for a few minutes.
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awarecomatoseinattentiveinsensiblelifelessresponsivesenselesssubconscious
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