めざ目覚mezaめるmeruめ目meざめるzameru
1.
To emerge from a state of sleep, becoming aware of one's surroundings and able to respond to external stimuli.
2.
To activate latent instincts or consciousness, allowing previously dormant aspects of the self to come into play.
3.
To gain clarity or understanding about a situation, recognizing truths or responsibilities that were previously overlooked or ignored.
4.
To return to one's true self from an undesirable state, realizing one's identity or awakening to reality.
Example:
私はこんなに早く目覚めたことはない。