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consciousness raising

con·scious·ness rais·ing
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    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [kon-shuh s-nis rey-zing]
    • /ˈkɒn ʃəs nɪs ˈreɪ zɪŋ/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [kon-shuh s-nis rey-zing]
    • /ˈkɒn ʃəs nɪs ˈreɪ zɪŋ/

Definitions of consciousness raising words

  • uncountable noun consciousness raising Consciousness raising is the process of developing awareness of an unfair situation, with the aim of making people want to help in changing it. 3
  • noun consciousness raising the process of developing awareness in a person or group of a situation regarded as wrong or unjust, with the aim of producing active participation in changing it 3
  • noun consciousness raising (as modifier) 3
  • modifier consciousness raising the act of developing awareness in a person or group of a situation regarded as wrong or unjust, with the aim of producing active participation in changing it 3
  • noun consciousness raising the process of seeking, esp. through group sessions, to increase awareness of one's role, attitudes, needs, etc. in connection with the personal, social, sexual, etc. problems of modern life 3
  • noun consciousness raising Psychology. a group-therapy technique in which the aim is to enhance the participants' awareness of their particular needs and goals as individuals or as a group. 1
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Origin of consciousness raising

First appearance:

before 1970
One of the 2% newest English words
An Americanism dating back to 1970-75

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Parts of speech for Consciousness raising

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
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exclamation
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consciousness raising popularity

This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 1% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.
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Synonyms for consciousness raising

noun consciousness raising

  • lobbying — an entrance hall, corridor, or vestibule, as in a public building, often serving as an anteroom; foyer.
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