DEFINITION: A state of heightened, subconscious awareness that allows drivers to "safely" navigate and control a vehicle without watching the road.

Somniscience

Created by: torpid

Pronunciation: som-nish-uhns

Sentence: Joan, driving across the state without having slept for 2 days, managed to avoid hitting a biker despite having her eyes closed and snoring due to her incredible somniscience.

Etymology: omniscience + somn (latin prefix meaning sleep)

Points: 611

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