COGNIZANCE Synonyms: 60 Similar and Opposite Words

cognizance

noun

ˈkäg-nə-zən(t)s

Definition of cognizance

as in awareness

a state of being aware take cognizance of what is happening

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Relevance

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as in familiarity

knowledge gained by personal experience seemed to have no cognizance of last night's events

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Recent Examples of cognizance How can the federal courts take any cognizance of that in any way at all? — David Frum, The Atlantic, 20 May 2026 Even, hoping against hope, if there were such an acceptance of the president’s plan, mere cognizance of history and current realities in the Middle East surely leads us to doubts that the peace could hold. — The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 3 Oct. 2025 The two Democrats, Needleman of Essex and Steinberg of Westport, are co-chairman of the Legislature’s Energy and Technology Committee, which has cognizance over PURA. — Edmund H. Mahony, Hartford Courant, 25 July 2025 Outside of vaginoplasty, there’s no procedure where cognizance of touch response is as integral to surgical success. — Gary Baum, HollywoodReporter, 16 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for cognizance

Recent Examples of Synonyms for cognizance

Noun

The accessory resembles the yellow Livestrong wristband, part of a cancer awareness campaign launched by cyclist Lance Armstrong’s foundation.

— Andrew Jones, CNN Money, 17 Aug. 2026
Trade shows, intimate satellite gatherings, and virtual conferences serve as critical infrastructure for product launches, brand awareness, and business development.

— Peter Su, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of awareness

Noun

Macdonald said Arnold’s references, combined with Seattle’s familiarity with him from the 2024 NFL Draft process, gave the team additional confidence in the decision.

— Tobias Bass, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026
Hoshi brings over two decades of leadership experience and deep familiarity with eClerx’s culture, clients and operating model.

— Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of familiarity

Noun

One of the only signs of the trial that has drawn international attention was on a set of 14 video screens that lay out all of the cases to be heard in the building each day.

— Andy Rose, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
After a thorough cleanse and gua sha to encourage lymphatic drainage, Galina smooths on a cooling mask and leaves it to work its magic while turning her attention to my scalp.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of attention

Noun

The question that has been most persistently posed by the press—whether M is based on Cusk’s real-life acquaintance Natalie Portman, who is reportedly offended by the implication—has an answer as obvious as the very line of inquiry is tedious.

— Becca Rothfeld, New Yorker, 16 Aug. 2026
As the days pass, appointments become conversations, and strangers become acquaintances.

— Ken Gawrych, Robb Report, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of acquaintance

Noun

Savoring distinguishes itself from gratitude and mindfulness by actively deepening present joys.

— Kevin Kruse, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
August is National Wellness Month, and mental health experts are encouraging people to prioritize healthy habits like getting enough sleep, staying active, practicing mindfulness, and making time for preventive care.

— Najahe Sherman, CBS News, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of mindfulness

Noun

Highlights and experiences You could happily treat Luura as a gallery with a pool.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026
More than 30 high and middle school students in the Ferndale Public Schools district earned hands-on experience, and for some, wages, as part of the district's Drone Apprenticeship Program.

— DeJanay Booth-Singleton, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of experience

Noun

In the comics, a Lantern’s ring has several powers in the ballpark of creating physical objects out of light and pure will, but none of them to date — save for John, in one specific story — have been able to store someone’s consciousness.

— Siddhant Adlakha, Vulture, 17 Aug. 2026
The cataclysm is indelibly seared into La Guaira’s collective consciousness.

— Mery Mogollón, Los Angeles Times, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of consciousness

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