consciously

Everyday

1. On purpose and knowing what you are doing: «She consciously chose to be kind». tree →
2. While being aware of something: «I wasn't consciously listening». tree →

In the lessons

In PSHE and science lessons, pupils learn the difference between things you do consciously (choosing words) and automatically (breathing, blinking). In stories, «consciously» shows a character's choice. Phrases: consciously decide, consciously aware.

Examples

• I consciously slowed my breathing to calm down. tree →
• She consciously chose healthy snacks. tree →
• You don't consciously think about blinking. tree →
• He consciously tried to listen more. tree →
• We made a consciously quiet entrance. tree →
• I wasn't consciously aware of the time. tree →

Note

Spelling: con-scious-ly, with «sc» and «-ious». Opposite: «unconsciously». Do not confuse «conscious» (aware) with «conscience» (sense of right and wrong).