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

WordMeaning
colossalof, relating to, or resembling a colossus
precociousexceptionally early in development or occurrence
lanknot well filled out : slender
avertto turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance
avantgardegroup of artists whose work is based on the newest ideas and methods; CF. vanguard
ostensibleintended for display : open to view
residualremainder
ambiguousdoubtful or uncertain especially from obscurity or indistinctness
laxloose
grottocave