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a·ware·ness

[uh-wair-nis]
noun
the state or condition of being aware; having knowledge; consciousness: The object of the information drive is to raise awareness of what spreads HIV/AIDS.

Origin:
aware + -ness

hy·per·a·ware·ness, noun
o·ver·a·ware·ness, noun
self-a·ware·ness, noun
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Awareness is always a great word to know.
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a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc.
Example Sentences
  • There are several factors that influence osteopathic medicine's lack of public awareness.
  • Now some young activists, notably in university environmental clubs, are campaigning to raise awareness of pollution.
  • The data they gathered will be used to raise global awareness of and interest in language endangerment.
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aware (əˈwɛə)
 
adj (foll by of)
1.  having knowledge; cognizant: aware of his error
2.  informed of current developments: politically aware
 
[Old English gewær; related to Old Saxon, Old High German giwar Latin verērī to be fearful; see beware, wary]
 
a'wareness
 
n

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