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
gistessence; main point; substance
shangri-laa remote beautiful imaginary place where life approaches perfection : utopia
captionthe part of a legal document that shows where, when, and by what authority it was taken, found, or executed
invoketo petition for help or support
timiditylacking in courage or self-confidence
versatileembracing a variety of subjects, fields, or skills
withholdto hold back from action : check
labyrintha place constructed of or full of intricate passageways and blind alleys
discourseverbal interchange of ideas
discerningshowing insight and understanding : discriminating