Cognizance
English Meaning
Apprehension by the understanding; perception; observation.
- Conscious knowledge or recognition; awareness.
- The range of what one can know or understand.
- Observance; notice: We will take cognizance of your objections at the proper time.
- Law Acknowledgment, recognition, or jurisdiction; the assumption of jurisdiction in a case.
- Heraldry A crest or badge worn to distinguish the bearer.