Pronunciation: [ʌnɐwˈe͡ɪkt] (IPA) 
The word "unawaked" is spelled with the prefix "un-" meaning "not" and the root word "awake" meaning "not sleeping". The suffix "-ed" transforms the adjective "awake" into the past participle form. The IPA phonetic transcription of "unawaked" is /ʌnəˈweɪkt/. The stress falls on the second syllable "wey" with the schwa sound in the first and third syllables. This spelling is commonly used in formal and technical writing contexts.
The term "unawaked" refers to a state or condition of not being awake, conscious, or fully aware. It describes individuals or entities that are in a dormant, inactive, or undeveloped state, lacking the ability to perceive, comprehend, or respond to the surrounding environment or stimuli.
When used in a literal sense, "unawaked" often symbolizes the absence of sensory perception during sleep or unconsciousness. It signifies the suspension of cognitive functions and the temporary disconnection from the external world. In this context, "unawaked" refers to a state where a person or organism is not roused, alert, or responsive to its surroundings due to deep sleep or unconsciousness.
Metaphorically, the term "unawaked" can extend to various realms, such as knowledge, consciousness, spirituality, or societal awareness. It characterizes the lack of understanding, insight, or enlightenment regarding a particular subject, idea, or concept. When individuals are described as "unawaked" in this sense, it signifies their limited perception, shallow comprehension, or lack of interest in broader intellectual or spiritual matters.
Overall, "unawaked" denotes a state of being disconnected, dormant, or unconscious, whether it pertains to the literal absence of consciousness during sleep or metaphorically representing a lack of awareness or insight in various domains of life.
• Not roused from sleep; not roused from spiritual slumber or torpidity.
• Not roused from sleep or stupidity.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "unawaked" is derived from the combination of the prefix "un-" (meaning not or opposite of) and the past participle form of the verb "awake". The verb "awake" is derived from the Old English word "awacan" or "awaecan", which means to emerge from sleep, become conscious, or be alert. Over time, "awacan" evolved into "awake" in Middle English, and "unawaked" emerged as a negation of this term, indicating someone or something that has not awakened.
