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Definition of cognizant

cognizant

/ˈkɑːɡ.nɪ.zənt/
(UK: cognisant)
cog · ni · zant
Adverb:cognizantly
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cognizant Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Having knowledge or being aware of a specific fact, situation, or potential consequence.

Example

"The board members remained fully cognizant of the financial risks associated with the international merger."

2

Having legal jurisdiction or formal authority to hear and adjudicate a matter (of a court or tribunal).

Example

"The dispute was referred to a maritime tribunal cognizant of admiralty claims."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Used almost exclusively as a predicate adjective followed by the preposition 'of' or a 'that' clause (e.g., 'cognizant of the risks'), rather than directly before a noun.

• Rhymes for cognizant

• Nearby Words

cognition
cognitive
cognitively
cognizant
cogwheel
cohabit
cohabitant

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the early 19th century as a back-formation from 'cognizance', which entered English via Old French 'conoissance' from Latin 'cognoscere' ('to get to know, recognize'), combining 'co-' (with) and 'gnoscere' (to know).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cognizant. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cognizant
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