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
gnarledfull of knots or gnarls : knotty
dauntlessincapable of being intimidated or subdued : fearless
insomniaprolonged and usually abnormal inability to get enough sleep especially due to trouble falling asleep or staying asleep
implacablenot placable : not capable of being appeased, significantly changed, or mitigated
curmudgeona crusty, ill-tempered, and usually old man
eccentricdeviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways
shootto eject or impel or cause to be ejected or impelled by a sudden release of tension (as of a bowstring or slingshot or by a flick of a finger)
appriseto give notice to : tell
importunatetroublesomely urgent : overly persistent in request or demand
collaborateto work jointly with others or together especially in an intellectual endeavor