Cognizant Definition

kŏgnĭ-zənt
adjective
Having cognizance; aware or informed (of something)
Webster's New World

Aware; fully informed; having understanding.

The defendant is cognizant that this is a serious charge.
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Origin of Cognizant

  • From Latin, perhaps via Old French conoissant, present participle of conoistre

    From Wiktionary

  • From cognizance

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

Cognizant Sentence Examples

  • Dean, cognizant of this, suggested they take the afternoon off.

  • It would therefore be desirable for both parties to remove anybody who was cognizant of the double dealing.

  • Be cognizant of your surroundings, and you can make them work for you.

  • Parents and teachers need to be cognizant of the nature of the child's dysfunction.

  • Stand up for your children's rights and demand appropriate care and treatment as needed, while at the same time being cognizant that they are capable of fighting some of their own battles.

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Words Starting With

CCOCOG

Words Ending With

TNTANT

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Words Starting With C and Ending With T

Starts With C & Ends With TStarts With CO & Ends With TStarts With C & Ends With NT

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9 Letter Words9 Letter Words Starting With C9 Letter Words Ending With T