aware; cognizant; cognisant




(sometimes followed by `of') having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception

"was aware of his opponent's hostility"; "became aware of her surroundings"; "aware that he had exceeded the speed limit"

Antonym:
  • unaware; incognizant

Nearest:
  • alert; alive; awake
  • conscious
  • sensible


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