What is the meaning of cognizance?

noun

  • Having knowledge of.
    • usage: "he had no awareness of his mistakes"; "his sudden consciousness of the problem he faced"; "their intelligence and general knowingness was impressive"
  • Range of what one can know or understand.
    • usage: "beyond my ken"
  • Range or scope of what is perceived. .
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