cognizant
Say it: KOG-nih-zunt /ˈkɑɡnɪzənt/ · adjective
What “cognizant” means
Aware of something.
More precisely: Aware of or knowing about something.
Example: “We're cognizant of the delays and are working on a fix.”
When to use it
In formal conversation or writing, when making clear that someone knows about a situation or its possible effects.
Similar words
aware, conscious, mindful
Where it comes from
Ultimately from Latin cognoscere, "to get to know."
Quick check
Before setting off, you notice the dark clouds and pack a waterproof coat because you expect rain. You are…
oblivious or cognizant?
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