awareness

[uh-wair-nis]

noun

1. the state or condition of being aware; having knowledge; consciousness.

   The object of the information drive is to raise awareness of what spreads HIV/AIDS.

Other Word Forms

• hyperawareness noun
• overawareness noun
• self-awareness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of awareness¹

aware + -ness

Example Sentences

The research from Policy in Practice, a social policy and data analytics company, says awareness, complexity and stigma are the main barriers stopping people claiming.

From BBC

As awareness grows around the dangers of head trauma in sports, a small number of professional fighters and football players are turning to a psychedelic called ibogaine for treatment.

From Los Angeles Times

She wore a face mask and pin to court during the proceedings to promote breast cancer awareness.

From BBC

Experts said it is important to contextualize this moment within American history, but with an awareness of the modern factors shaping it in unique ways.

From Los Angeles Times

The family have been supported by The Missing People charity, which displayed several digital posters across Bristol to help raise awareness.

From BBC

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• information 
• perception 
• realization 
• recognition 
• understanding