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noun
A state or condition that is not consciousness but seemingly or nearly approaches it or simulates it.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable
Topics: computer, computing, engineering, human-sciences, mathematics, medicine, natural-sciences, neurology, neuroscience, physical-sciences, psychology, science, sciences
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Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
noun
Synonym of false consciousness (“faulty understanding of the true character of social processes”).
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable
Qualifier: political theory
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Synonyms: false consciousness
Antonyms: none provided
History
From pseudo- + conscious + -ness.
