awareness

noun

aware·​ness ə-ˈwer-nəs 

: the quality or state of being aware : knowledge and understanding that something is happening or exists

promoting a heightened awareness of the problem

seemed to have only a slight awareness of what was going on

an acute awareness of subtle differences

They hope to raise awareness of endangered species, encouraging donations and attracting tourists to the region to support conservation efforts.

—New Scientist

The alternative press played a particularly important role in raising political awareness and facilitating mobilization against the regime in South Africa …

—Larry Diamond

Synonyms

• advertence
• advertency
• attention
• cognizance
• consciousness
• ear
• eye
• heed
• knowledge
• mindfulness
• note
• notice
• observance
• observation

Examples of awareness in a Sentence

while strolling in the big city, maintain an awareness of what's going on around you

Recent Examples on the Web

For example, in 2018, filmmaker Jordan Peele produced a video for BuzzFeed that put Peele’s words into the mouth of former President Barack Obama, aiming to raise awareness of deepfakes. —Todd Spangler, Variety, 22 May 2024

The evening will aim to raise awareness and support for Everytown’s work combatting and preventing gun violence across the country. —Rolling Stone, 21 May 2024

Researchers say identifying new syndromes and their symptoms helps raise awareness and aids in quicker treatment. —Jennifer Chesak, Verywell Health, 21 May 2024

But what really works to become a successful leader is hard work, determination, planning, constant self realization, self awareness, challenging yourself. —Jane Thier, Fortune, 20 May 2024

Email newsletter | Facebook page Our rating: False The increase in autism rates is a result of changes to diagnostic criteria and more public awareness, an expert said. —Chris Mueller, USA TODAY, 17 May 2024

Prince William Says Mike Tindall Apologized for Revealing His 'One-Pint Willy' Nickname Mike has also participated in cycling and running challenges to help raise funds and awareness for Parkinson's disease. —Stephanie Petit, Peoplemag, 17 May 2024

Advertisement Moonbows haven’t realized the popularity of the park’s firefall each February, but visitors are gaining awareness. —Alex Pulaski, Los Angeles Times, 15 May 2024

Advertisement The name change is an attempt to raise awareness of the Oakland airport’s location in the San Francisco Bay Area, where it’s been since 1927, according to a news release from the Board of Port Commissioners. —Summer Lin, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1839, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing awareness

• hyper-awareness
• self-awareness