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
tarnishto dull or destroy the luster of by or as if by air, dust, or dirt : soil
obituarya notice of a person's death usually with a short biographical account
purveyorone that purveys
ficklemarked by lack of steadfastness, constancy, or stability : given to erratic changeableness
recumbentsuggestive of repose : leaning
distraughtagitated with doubt or mental conflict or pain
rantto talk in a noisy, excited, or declamatory manner
conjectureinference formed without proof or sufficient evidence
gruntto utter a grunt
rumbleto make a low heavy rolling sound