awake

Definition

  • verb: to stop sleeping
  • verb: to cease sleeping
  • synonyms: wake, awaken, waken

Examples

  • It was quite late, but the children were still 'wide awake'. [=not tired at all]

  • One moment she was sleeping soundly—the next she was wide 'awake'.

  • How long will it take them to 'awake to' their mistake?

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) (HIGH PITCH VOCALIZATION) Do not be alarmed. This is just your wardrobe. Meet Madame De Garderobe. A great singer. When she can stay awake. Cogsworth! A diva needs her beauty rest. (YAWNS) Stay with us, Madame. We have someone for you to dress! (..)
    2017 Beauty and the Beast
  • (..) I'm just a traveler... seeking shelter from the storm. Sorry to disturb you. Anyone home? Anyone awake? He must have lost his way in the woods. Shut up, you idiot! Excuse me? Hmm. (..)
    2017 Beauty and the Beast