CEFR C2

cognize

verb

Meaning

Become aware of or perceive something through the process of thought and understanding.

Examples

It takes time for a young child to cognize the difference between reality and fantasy.
The researchers sought to cognize the underlying patterns within the chaotic data set.

Synonyms: know, realize, perceive, comprehend

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cognize (C2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈkɒɡnaɪz/

Definition

Become aware of or perceive something through the process of thought and understanding.

Examples

It takes time for a young child to cognize the difference between reality and fantasy.
The researchers sought to cognize the underlying patterns within the chaotic data set.
She struggled to cognize the full weight of the news until several hours had passed.

How to Use cognize

cognize something (collocation): To process or understand a specific concept or object. — "The subject was asked to cognize the visual stimuli presented on the screen."

Synonyms of cognize

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