cognizant

/'kɔgnizənt/
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cognizant

She is cognizant of the beautiful sunset over the lake.

Definition

Adjective: - Having knowledge or awareness; conscious of something: Being mentally aware of and informed about a particular fact, situation, or object. It implies a deliberate recognition or perception. - Showing understanding or realization: Demonstrating comprehension or acknowledgment of a circumstance or piece of information.

Usage
  • The adjective "cognizant" is typically used in formal or academic contexts.
  • It is often followed by the preposition "of" when specifying the object of awareness (e.g., ).
  • It can also be used with a "that" clause (e.g., ).
Examples
  • The manager was fully cognizant of the project's tight deadline.
  • We must be cognizant that our actions have long-term consequences.
  • A good leader is cognizant of both the team's strengths and its weaknesses.
Advanced Usage
  • "To be cognizant of the fact that...": A formal way to state awareness of a specific fact.
    • The company is cognizant of the fact that consumer preferences are changing rapidly.
  • Used in legal, corporate, or official documents to denote formal awareness or acknowledgment.
    • By signing this document, you become cognizant of and agree to all the terms and conditions.
Variants and Related Words
  • Cognizance (noun): Knowledge, awareness, or notice.
    • The court took cognizance of the new evidence.
  • Cognize (verb, formal): To perceive, know, or become aware of.
    • The theory explores how the mind cognizes reality.
Synonyms
  • Aware: Having knowledge or perception of a situation or fact.
  • Conscious: Aware of and responding to one's surroundings; having knowledge of something.
  • Mindful: Conscious or aware of something.
  • Informed: Having or showing knowledge of a particular subject or situation.
Antonyms
  • Unaware: Having no knowledge of a situation or fact.
  • Ignorant: Lacking knowledge or awareness in general.
  • Oblivious: Not aware of or not concerned about what is happening around one.
cognizant

She is cognizant of the beautiful sunset over the lake.

Adjective
  1. (sometimes followed by `of') having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception
    • was aware of his opponent's hostility
    • became aware of her surroundings
    • aware that he had exceeded the speed limit

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