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
compoundsomething formed by a union of elements or parts
nebulousof, relating to, or resembling a nebula : nebular
similea figure of speech comparing two unlike things that is often introduced by like or as (as in cheeks like roses) compare metaphor
pinnaclean upright architectural member generally ending in a small spire and used especially in Gothic construction to give weight especially to a buttress
peripatetica follower of Aristotle or adherent of Aristotelianism
roosteran adult male domestic chicken
bemusedmarked by confusion or bewilderment : dazed
impromptumade, done, or formed on or as if on the spur of the moment : improvised
abbreviateto make briefer
conclusiveof, relating to, or being a conclusion