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Cognizant

//ˈkɑɡnɪzənt// adj

Definitions

Adjective

1
Aware; fully informed; having understanding of a fact.
"The defendant is cognizant that this is a serious charge."
2
Sapient; self-aware.
"It is important to note that zombies are not cognizant life forms. As such, they cannot be deterred or reasoned with in any way. However, there are zombie-inducing forces that can be deterred form^([sic]) further action."

Adjective

1
(sometimes followed by ‘of’) having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception wordnet

Etymology

A new formation from cognizance + -ant; first attested in the 19th century. Compare Old French conoissant (present participle of conoistre; modern French connaissant), from Latin cognōscentem (accusative singular present participle of cōgnōscō).

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