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).

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WordMeaning
revulsiona strong pulling or drawing away : withdrawal
arrhythmiclacking rhythm or regularity
engagedinvolved in activity : occupied
asceticpracticing strict self-denial as a measure of personal and especially spiritual discipline
rebuketo criticize sharply : reprimand
corpulenthaving a large bulky body : obese
fortuitousoccurring by chance
opiatean alkaloid drug (such as morphine or codeine) that contains or is derived from opium, binds to cell receptors primarily of the central nervous system and gastrointestinal tract, acts to block pain, induce sedation or sleep, depress respiration, and produce calmness or euphoria, and is associated with physiological tolerance (see tolerance
anecdotea usually short narrative of an interesting, amusing, or biographical incident
escapadea usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct