GRE Word List

COGNIZANCE

a distinguishing mark or emblem (such as a heraldic bearing)

The meaning of the word cognizance is a distinguishing mark or emblem (such as a heraldic bearing).

Random words

WordMeaning
centripetalproceeding or acting in a direction toward a center or axis
adornto enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects
revertto come or go back (as to a former condition, period, or subject)
balmyhaving the qualities of balm : soothing
improvidentnot provident : not foreseeing and providing for the future
infantileof or relating to infants or infancy
encroachmentto enter by gradual steps or by stealth into the possessions or rights of another
vivisectionthe cutting of or operation on a living animal usually for physiological or pathological investigation
upshotthe final result : outcome
aciduloussomewhat acid or harsh in taste or manner