kɒɡˈnɪsəns

Definitions

1. noun

A state of being aware or informed about something; knowledge or understanding of a particular situation or fact.

“The police took cognisance of the new evidence and reopened the case.”

2. noun

A formal or official acknowledgement or recognition of something.

“The court took cognisance of the plaintiff’s claim and scheduled a hearing.”

3. verb

To take official notice of something, especially a fact or a situation.

“The committee will cognisance of the new proposal at their next meeting.”