noun
awareness
uh-WEH-uh-nuhs
noun
1
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 notesIn plain EnglishBeing conscious of or knowing about something.
Common pairings
raise awareness
public awareness
self-awareness
Word Forms
awarenesses plural
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Etymology
From aware + -ness.
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Rhymes for awareness
oneness
likeness
idleness
lateness
rudeness
niceness
cuteness
whiteness
closeness
politeness
gentleness
uniqueness
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