Definition

Not aware of something or lacking knowledge about it.

Example

She was incognizant of the changes happening in her community.

Conversation

Did you hear about the changes in the school policy?

No, I'm completely incognizant of that.

Yeah, it seems like many students are incognizant of the new rules.

I guess we need to pay more attention to what's happening around us.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Incognizant → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "cognizant" (from Latin "cognoscere", meaning to know). The word "incognizant" means not being aware or not knowing something.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not knowing' ('in-') something that you should be aware of ('cognizant').

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