1. plural of awakening; instances of waking up from sleep
2. plural of awakening; sudden realizations or moments of becoming aware of something important
3. plural of awakening; spiritual or intellectual revivals or renewals
Usage: often used in historical or religious contexts

Examples

• The patient experienced multiple nighttime awakenings due to sleep apnea.
• Her awakenings to social injustice came through reading and travel.
• The Great Awakenings were periods of religious revival in American history.
• Sudden awakenings from nightmares left him exhausted.
• These awakenings marked a turning point in his personal growth.
• The spiritual awakenings of the 18th century transformed many communities.