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.

Etymology

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

Common Phrases and Expressions

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.

Related Words

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.

Slang Meanings

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.