cognizing

verb

Definition of cognizingnext
present participle of cognize
as in knowing
to have a clear idea of the philosopher's claim that we can never cognize—in a fundamental sense—anything

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cognizing
  1. recognizing
  2. seeing
  3. perceiving
  4. appreciating
Verb
  • By recognizing those with genuine potential early on, leaders can provide the necessary guidance and mentorship to help young employees develop a strong work ethic and realistic career aspirations.
    Nilesh Parmar, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Ways to celebrate include Airing of Grievances, Feats of Strength and recognizing easily explainable events as Festivus miracles.
    Skyler Caruso, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of recognizing
Verb
  • Was great seeing Voro knock Patty on his ass.
    Aaron Portzline, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • American Baptist missionaries in the 1800s converted Indians and Burmese to the faith, and churches in the Milwaukee area are seeing the effects of those conversions today, especially among Burmese refugees.
    Sophie Carson, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of seeing
Verb
  • For those who don't know the back story, the pretty colors might get in the way of accurately perceiving this bike.
    Mike Hanlon, New Atlas, 23 Dec. 2024
  • All that needs to happen are people perceiving moral infractions.
    Callum Booth, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of perceiving
Verb
  • While not apt for swimming, this more dramatic side of the island is worth appreciating, especially from scenic viewpoints in Gorda Peak National Park and the hiking trails that crisscross the island's most easterly points.
    Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2024
  • The audiences in India have also been changing and appreciating different work.
    Zac Ntim, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of appreciating
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