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).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| palatable | agreeable to the palate or taste |
| adversary | one that contends with, opposes, or resists : an enemy or opponent |
| wary | marked by keen caution, cunning, and watchfulness especially in detecting and escaping danger |
| leave-taking | departure |
| probe | a slender medical instrument used especially for exploration (as of a wound or body cavity) |
| malefactor | one who commits an offense against the law |
| mace | an aromatic spice consisting of the dried external fibrous covering of a nutmeg |
| slough | a place of deep mud or mire |
| deploy | to extend (a military unit) especially in width |
| mauve | a moderate purple, violet, or lilac color |