cognizance
noun
awareness, realization, or knowledge; notice; perception.
cognisance
-
a variation of
cognizance.
Example Sentences
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However, the fact that the regulator has taken renewed cognisance of the growing problem through a consultative process is a welcome step, says Ray.
From BBC ● Apr. 29, 2026
The basic motivation to win and achieve team success is now thickly layered with a cognisance of the legacy role she is playing in shaping the future for others.
From BBC ● Apr. 15, 2022
Even more notable is the fact that call appeared to be premeditated, made before cognisance of the foursomes had been taken.
From The Guardian ● Sep. 29, 2012
Equally, they've got to have cognisance of the fact that we're talking about a huge institution, part of the fabric of the Scottish nation as well as Scottish football, and everybody realises that.
From BBC ● Feb. 16, 2012
He told of how young Sampei, in camp one day, investing the Taira forces, beheld a warrior whose crimson armour and golden cognisance marked him for a Taira noble.
From The Curse of Koshiu A Chronicle of Old Japan by Wingfield, Lewis
