Definition

The state of being conscious of something or having knowledge about it.

Example

Her awareness of the environmental issues has increased over the years.

Conversation

I think having good awareness of our surroundings is important.

Definitely! It helps us stay safe and informed.

Yeah, I try to practice that every day.

Same here! It makes a big difference.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Awareness is formed from "aware" (from Old English "wær", meaning cautious or wary) and "-ness" (a suffix used to form nouns indicating a state or condition). The word "awareness" refers to the state of being aware or having knowledge of something.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'cautious' or 'wary' ('aware') and how that state of being is captured by the suffix '-ness', which indicates a condition. This helps you remember that awareness means the state of being aware.

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