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Sentient

SENSHUNT/ˈsenʃnt/

Sentient means able to perceive or feel things: a sentient foyer, sentient cover. Aware (already in the dictionary) is everyday; feeling in the lobby is not invigilation.

Meaning

Able to perceive or feel things (from aware, already in the dictionary).

Examples

  • “A sentient foyer is still not a named invigilator.”
  • “Aware is already in this course. Conscious is already in this course. A lobby scene is a vibe. A name on the log is cover. Write the name; then keep the feeling if the sitting still stands.”

Good to know

Able to feel and perceive. Everyday: aware (already in the dictionary). Feeling ≠ cover.

Near in meaning

conscious, aware, feeling

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