Definitions

1. noun

awareness or knowledge of something; a judgment or decision made as a result of this awareness

“The court took cognizance of the case and scheduled a trial.”

2. noun

a formal acknowledgment or recognition of something

“The company took cognizance of the employee’s years of service.”

3. noun

the power or right to deal with something

“The court has cognizance over all cases involving minors.”

4. verb

to become or take notice of something

“She is cognizant of the company’s financial situation.”