Because I have been on a tight budget for two years, I am very cognizant of the importance of using coupons to get the best deals.
After Jason was mugged in a mall parking lot, he focused on becoming more cognizant of his surroundings.
DID YOU KNOW
This 19th century adjective derives from Latin cognōscere, “to learn.” For the English adjective and noun, an older pronunciation with a silent g was in use in legal contexts up until the early 20th century. In law, these terms refer to jurisdiction, or the right of a court to hear a case.