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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

sentience

/ˈsɛn.tɪ.əns/ noun · British & US
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What does sentience mean?

noun

The state of being conscious or aware of one's surroundings, thoughts, and feelings. The quality of being sentient, especially in relation to the ability to feel pain or pleasure.

Example

"The robot's sentience was a topic of debate among scientists and ethicists."

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