Cognizant

Pronunciation

• US enPR: 'kŏgnÉ™zÉ™nt, IPA: /ˈkÉ’É¡nÉ™zÉ™nt/, /ˈkÉ’nÉ™zÉ™nt/
• Rhymes: -É’É¡nÉ™zÉ™nt

Origin

From Latin, perhaps via Old French conoissant, present participle of conoistre

Full definition of cognizant

Adjective

1. Aware; fully informed; having understandingThe defendant is cognizant that this is a serious charge.

Antonyms

• unwitting