Aware: meaning, definitions and examples

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aware

[ əˈwɛː ]

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mental state

Having knowledge or perception of a situation or fact.

Synonyms

cognizant, conscious, mindful

Examples of usage

I am aware of the risks involved.
She became aware of someone following her.
We need to be more aware of our surroundings.

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social situation

Informed or alert to a particular situation or development.

Synonyms

informed, knowledgeable, sensitive

Examples of usage

He was aware of the consequences of his actions.
She was aware of the importance of the meeting.
They were aware of the potential dangers.

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feeling or emotion

Having knowledge or perception of a feeling or emotion.

Synonyms

attentive, perceptive, sensitive

Examples of usage

She was aware of the sadness in his eyes.
He became aware of her disappointment.
They were aware of the tension in the room.

Translations

Translations of the word "aware" in other languages:

🇵🇹 consciente

🇮🇳 जागरूक

🇩🇪 bewusst

🇮🇩 sadar

🇺🇦 усвідомлений

🇵🇱 świadomy

🇯🇵 意識している

🇫🇷 conscient

🇪🇸 consciente

🇹🇷 farkında

🇰🇷 의식하고 있는

🇸🇦 مدرك

🇨🇿 vědomý

🇸🇰 vedomý

🇨🇳 意识到的

🇸🇮 zaveden

🇮🇸 meðvitaður

🇰🇿 саналы

🇬🇪 ცნობიერი

🇦🇿 şüurlu

🇲🇽 consciente

Word origin

The word 'aware' originated from the Old English word 'gewær', meaning wary or cautious. Over time, the meaning evolved to include having knowledge or perception. The modern usage of 'aware' dates back to the late 18th century, where it gained popularity in English literature and everyday language.

See also: awarely, awareness, unaware, unawarely, unawareness.