/ Dictionary / Index A altered state of consciousness: Meaning and Definition of Find definitions for: al'tered state' of con'sciousness Pronunciation: [key] any modification of the normal state of consciousness or awareness, including drowsiness or sleep and also states created by the use of alcohol, drugs, hypnosis, or techniques of meditation. Random House Unabridged Dictionary, Copyright © 1997, by Random House, Inc., on Infoplease. altered chord alter ego Related Content Daily Word Quiz: exemplary Analogy of the Day: Today’s Analogy Spelling Bee: Today’s Spelling Bee Frequently Misspelled Words Frequently Mispronounced Words Easily Confused Words Writing & Language