Synonyms for

Aware

Verb / ʌˈwer / Another word for aware — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Having knowledge or perception of a situation or fact.

Synonyms & similar words

unmindful cognisant mindful cognizant unaware informed knowledgeable cognizant conscious perceptive alert watchful vigilant mindful noticing observant sensible appreciative awake enlightened familiar insomniac responsive sensitive understanding

Synonyms by register

Formal

cognizant apprised informed conscious

Informal

hip clued in in the know wise

Literary

sentient percipient

Antonyms

unaware ignorant oblivious unknowing unconscious heedless

Common collocations

  • aware of the situation
  • fully aware
  • aware of the risks
  • aware of the problem
  • aware of the changes
  • aware of the implications
  • aware of the consequences

Word family

noun awareness
adverb awares

Usage note

Often followed by 'of'. Can be used to describe both factual knowledge and a general sense of understanding or consciousness.

Example sentences

  1. I am aware of the time.
  2. She was not aware of the danger.
  3. He became aware of the noise outside.
  4. She is aware of his feelings.
  5. They are aware of the risks involved.

Quotes

  • Be aware of wonder. Live a balanced life - learn some and think some and draw and paint and sing and dance and play and work every day some.
  • The greatest gift is not being afraid to question.
  • Awareness is like the sun. When it shines on things, they are transformed.

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