cognition (/kɒɡˈnɪʃ.ən/)
noun · Advanced · Science & Technology
🔊 /kɒɡˈnɪʃ.ən/
Meaning
Meaning: the process of thinking
Cognition is the mental process of acquiring knowledge through thought, experience, and the senses. It covers attention, memory, and reasoning.
Examples
🗣 Sleep plays a vital role in cognition and memory.
Etymology
From Latin ‘cognitio’, meaning a getting to know.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in talks on the brain, learning, and psychology.
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Tags: psychology, thinking