Definitions

1. noun

a term used to refer to the knowledge or awareness of something, often used historically in reference to the awareness of the French monarchy or nobility.

“The king’s connoissance of the rebellion was crucial in addressing the situation quickly.”

2. noun

an old term for the state of being well-informed or aware of something, especially in the 16th-18th centuries.

“The diplomat’s connoissance of the region’s politics helped facilitate a successful negotiation.”