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cognizant

/ˈkɑɡnəzənt/

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What does cognizant mean?

adjective

  1. Aware; fully informed; having understanding of a fact.
  2. Sapient; self-aware.

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IPA pronunciation

/ˈkɑɡnəzənt/

CMU Pronouncing Dictionary

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And now the memory has so far regained its dominion, that, in some measure, I am cognizant of my state.
Edgar Allan PoeThe Works of Edgar Allan Poe — Volume 2Project Gutenberg ebook #2148
So, in a small community, every one, rich and poor, is more or less cognizant of the sufferings of the community.
William BoothIn Darkest England, and the Way OutProject Gutenberg ebook #475
More book examples (3)
Unless one is cognizant of the energies which are already in operation, one's attempts at direction will almost surely go amiss.
John DeweyDemocracy and Education: An Introduction to the Philosophy of EducationProject Gutenberg ebook #852
When they exhibit any genuine religious fervour, its sexual character is usually so obvious that even the majority of men are cognizant of it.
H. L. (Henry Louis) MenckenIn Defense of WomenProject Gutenberg ebook #1270
But those who reveal themselves as fully cognizant of this public duty are in the minority, and must possess more than average courage to survive the enmity such an attitude provokes.
Margaret SangerThe Pivot of CivilizationProject Gutenberg ebook #1689