Converse of object

• explain: Pinker acknowledges that, as yet, we have no idea how to explain sentience scientifically.

• have: Tallis argued that many beasts have sentience but no knowledge and thus could not be described as having consciousness.

• achieve: In the second, players design a creature which must establish itself in the game world, and evolve until it achieves sentience.

• develop: No, there have been no recorded instances of the internet developing sentience due to it's complexity.

Adjective modifier

• animal: Rev A L Birkbeck - Asked whether any progress had been made over animal sentience versus profit.

• temporary: Awaken Earth Gifts earth animals or plants with temporary sentience.

Noun used with modifier

• animal: The burden of proof for animal sentience needs to be on both sides.