Definition of COGNIZE

cognize

Verb

Verb Forms: cognized, cognizing, cognizes

  • To perceive or become aware of something in one's mind.
  • be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
  • To know, perceive, or become aware of.
  • To make into an object of cognition (the process of acquiring knowledge through thought); to cogitate.

Examples

  • Only a seasoned player could COGNIZE the subtle bluff in his opponent’s confident smile.

Origin / Etymology

Back-formation from cognizance.

Synonyms

cognise, know

Antonyms

ignore

Scrabble Score: 19

cognize: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
cognize: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
cognize: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 22

cognize: valid Words With Friends Word