awareness

noun
UK: /əˈweənəs/
US: /əˈwerənəs/

  1. The state or ability to perceive, feel, or be conscious of events, objects, or sensory patterns.

    1. He shows an awareness of the problem now. [ ] [ ]
    2. Environmental awareness is increasing among young people since the last year. [ ] [ ]

  2. Knowledge or perception of a situation or fact.

    1. She had no awareness of being followed. [ ] [ ]
    2. Public awareness campaigns are vital to promote safe driving among citizens. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

knowledge perception understanding recognition consciousness

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "awareness" in English means: The state or ability to perceive, feel, or be conscious of events, objects, or sensory patterns., Knowledge or perception of a situation or fact..

The phonetic transcription of "awareness" is /əˈweənəs/ in British English and /əˈwerənəs/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "awareness": knowledge, perception, understanding, recognition, consciousness.

Example usage of "awareness": "He shows an awareness of the problem now.". More examples on the page.