Conscience and conscious look similar and sound similar, so we’re not surprised that so many people struggle to tell them apart.
It’s a sticking point for English native speakers, and it’s an even more common error for people learning English as a second language!
Don’t worry, we’re here! This guide will explain the differences between conscience and conscious and provide many examples.
Conscience
Conscience means someone’s moral awareness of the difference between right and wrong.
Conscious
When you’re conscious of something, you’re aware of it.
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It also means awake (e.g., not asleep or faint)
It also means having thoughts, will, and perception.
That’s it!
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