Aware

/əˈwɛər/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Having knowledge or perception of a situation or fact.

She was aware of the risks involved in the project.

Conscious of one's surroundings or the present moment.

He was not aware of the time and missed his appointment.

Informed or cognizant of something.

The organization wants to make people aware of the environmental issues.

Fully informed; knowledgeable.

As a park ranger, she was very aware of the local wildlife.

From Middle English 'awaer', from 'a-' (on) + 'ware' (observant).

self-aware

Having a conscious knowledge of one's own character and feelings.

environmentally aware

Being concerned about and knowledgeable regarding environmental issues.

socially aware

Understanding social issues and the perspectives of others.

conscious

Aware of and responding to one's surroundings.

alert

Quick to notice any unusual and potentially dangerous or difficult circumstances.

sensitive

Quick to detect or respond to slight changes, signals, or influences.

Woke

He's so woke, he's always aware of social issues.

On top of it

She's really on top of it; she always knows what's going on.