cognosce

/kɒɡˈnɒskɪ/ or /kɔɡˈnɔːskɪ/

Definitions

1. verb

to get to know or recognize

“The traveler began to cognosce the local culture by attending the town festivals.”

2. verb

to come to know or become aware of something

“She started to cognosce her true potential when she received the award.”

3. noun

the act of knowing or becoming aware

“The experience was a moment of cognosce that changed her life.”

Synonyms

  • acknowledge
  • perceive
  • recognize

Antonyms

  • disregard
  • ignore
  • oblivious