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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

Part of our work is figuring out how to close the gap between the scale and the numbers and the awareness.

— Katie Campione, Deadline, 2 Nov. 2026
Stewart says the costume wasn’t intended to mock the unhoused, but rather raise awareness of their plight.

— Bethy Squires, Vulture, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of awareness

Noun

That could make online recommendations a more important influence on grocery purchases alongside price, packaging and brand familiarity.

— Ashley Lynch, Sacbee.com, 23 Oct. 2026
But the familiarity of the fantasy elements and the brusqueness with which they’re treated would be forgivable if Wildwood did a better job exploring how the real world connects to the magical side of the story.

— Alison Willmore, Vulture, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of familiarity

Noun

Its fictional characters secretly controlled small workplace decisions without attracting attention.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 31 Oct. 2026
Our server was effusive in her congratulations and attention, especially to my husband’s nut aversion.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Oct. 2026

Definition of attention

Noun

This information then results in some discomfort on both our parts, and the potential for a lot more explanation about my life than an acquaintance needs.

— Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 29 Oct. 2026
The young lawman also thrives working the field thanks to his friendly nature and his acquaintance with key people in the community.

— Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of acquaintance

Noun

So while mindfulness and meditation are appealing concepts right now, a heavier, darker scent to aid your spiritual transcendence might not be.

— Loren Savini, Allure, 27 Oct. 2026
Plan low-key gatherings like a cozy dinner or weekend hike to stay socially connected, and try mindfulness practices such as meditation or deep breathing.

— Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of mindfulness

Noun

Experts say Kim's troops sent to Russia to support its war against Ukraine likely gained experience in drone warfare from Russian forces and their own battlefield experiences.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 31 Oct. 2026
Amenities and experiences The center of the property, quite literally, is the pool.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Oct. 2026

Definition of experience

Noun

Debates over consciousness have further complicated the conversation about how to regulate AI.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2026
Who controls Starshield is a question that entered the public consciousness in the wake of the Ukraine Starshield speed limit affair.

— Andrew Jones, Space.com, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of consciousness

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