English / word
cognition
noun C1MEANING IN ENGLISH
The mental action or process of acquiring knowledge and understanding through thought, experience, and the senses.
In context
01
Cognition plays a key role in learning.
02
Proper sleep improves cognition and decision-making skills.
Synonyms
perception,comprehension,awareness
Antonyms
ignorance,unawareness,incomprehension
Collocations
human cognition,social cognition,cognitive function