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| a·ware [ ə wér ] |
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1. knowing something: having knowledge of something from having observed it or been told about it
 We are already aware of the problem, and we are dealing with it.
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2. noticing or realizing something: knowing that something exists because you notice it or realize that it is happening
He became aware of a pain in his left side.
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3. knowledgeable: well-informed about what is going on in the world or about the latest developments in a sphere of activity
More financially aware investors were starting to sell their stock.
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| [ Old English gewær "very watchful" < wær "watchful" < Indo-European, "perceive, watch out for"] |
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| a·ware·ness noun |
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aware, conscious, mindful, cognizant, sensible
CORE MEANING: having knowledge of the existence of something
aware having knowledge of something from having observed it or been told about it;
I wasn't aware of any problem.
The leadership has been made well aware of the current position.
conscious fully appreciating the importance of something;
conscious of the need to make progress
He was conscious that his predecessor had not lasted long in the job.
mindful actively attentive, or deliberately keeping something in mind;
mindful of the need to proceed cautiously
mindful that the current license expires in early May
cognizant (formal) having knowledge about something;
making people cognizant of the fact that their decision will be final
sensible (formal) very aware of something;
We are sensible of the liberality of your offer. |
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