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- pronunciation:
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adjective |
| definition: |
knowing or mindful; conscious (usu. fol. by "of").
You should be aware of all the risks before you decide to have this type of surgery.He was not aware that the price tag was still attached to his shirt.She was so busy that she wasn't even aware of the fact that she hadn't eaten all day.
- synonyms:
- cognizant, conscious, mindful, wise
- antonyms:
- ignorant, oblivious, unaware, unconscious
- similar words:
- abreast, informed, knowing, on the ball, sensible
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alert, attentive, awake, familiar, perceptive, sensitive |
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| derivation: |
awareness (n.) |
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