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
verbosecontaining more words than necessary : wordy
equanimityevenness of mind especially under stress
abusiveusing harsh, insulting language
laymana person who is not a member of the clergy
climeclimate
hibernateto pass the winter in a torpid or resting state
woefulfull of woe : grievous
indeliblethat cannot be removed, washed away, or erased
spartana native or inhabitant of ancient Sparta
paranoiamental illness characterized by systematized delusions of persecution or grandeur usually without hallucinations