1. to wake up or cause someone to wake up from sleep
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘awaken’
2. to cause something such as a feeling or interest to begin or become active
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘awaken’

Examples

• She awakens at six o’clock every morning.
• The loud noise awakens the baby from her nap.
• The documentary awakens public interest in environmental issues.
• Spring awakens new life in the garden.
• The teacher awakens curiosity in her students.
• The alarm clock awakens him abruptly.
• Travel awakens a sense of adventure in many people.