noun

awareness

uh-WEH-uh-nuhs

noun

Knowledge or perception of a situation or fact.

"The campaign raised public awareness of the disease."

"His awareness of the danger came too late."

How to Use Awareness

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishBeing conscious of or knowing about something.

Common pairings

raise awareness public awareness self-awareness

awarenesses plural

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The campaign raised public _____ of the disease.

From aware + -ness.

obliviousness unawareness unconsciousness

consciousness unconsciousness recollection

oneness likeness idleness lateness rudeness niceness cuteness whiteness closeness politeness gentleness uniqueness

obliviousness unawareness unconsciousness consciousness recollection