1. to perceive or become aware of through thought or the senses
Usage: formal; psychology
2. to gain knowledge or understanding of something
Usage: formal; philosophy

Examples

• The researcher sought to cognize the complex patterns in the data.
• Children gradually cognize the difference between right and wrong.
• It took time for her to cognize the full implications of the decision.
• The philosopher argued that we cannot truly cognize absolute reality.
• Students must cognize basic concepts before advancing to complex theories.
• The ability to cognize abstract relationships develops with age.