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cognition

 

[ kɒɡˈnɪʃ(ə)n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

mental process

Cognition refers to the mental process of acquiring knowledge and understanding through thoughts, experiences, and senses.

Synonyms

awareness, comprehension, perception

Examples of usage

  • Cognition is crucial for problem-solving in everyday life.
  • Infants go through stages of cognitive development as they grow.
Context #2 | Noun

psychology

In the field of psychology, cognition encompasses various mental processes such as perception, attention, memory, and decision-making.

Synonyms

cognitive processes, mental faculties, thinking abilities

Examples of usage

  • Researchers study cognition to better understand how the mind works.
  • Cognition plays a key role in shaping human behavior.

Translations

Translations of the word "cognition" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cognição

🇮🇳 ज्ञान

🇩🇪 Erkenntnis

🇮🇩 kognisi

🇺🇦 пізнання

🇵🇱 poznanie

🇯🇵 認知 (にんち)

🇫🇷 cognition

🇪🇸 cognición

🇹🇷 biliş

🇰🇷 인지

🇸🇦 إدراك

🇨🇿 poznávání

🇸🇰 poznanie

🇨🇳 认知 (rènzhī)

🇸🇮 kognicija

🇮🇸 þekking

🇰🇿 таным

🇬🇪 ცნობიერება

🇦🇿 idrak

🇲🇽 cognición

Word origin

The word 'cognition' has its roots in the Latin word 'cognoscere', meaning 'to learn' or 'to know'. It entered the English language in the early 15th century, originally referring to the action or faculty of knowing. Over time, the term evolved to encompass a broader range of mental processes related to acquiring knowledge and understanding.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,695 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.