awareness
noun
aware·ness
ə-ˈwer-nəs 
: the quality or state of being aware : knowledge and understanding that something is happening or exists
promoting a heightened awareness of the problem
seemed to have only a slight awareness of what was going on
an acute awareness of subtle differences
They hope to raise awareness of endangered species, encouraging donations and attracting tourists to the region to support conservation efforts.—
New Scientist
New ScientistThe alternative press played a particularly important role in raising political awareness and facilitating mobilization against the regime in South Africa …—Larry Diamond
Larry DiamondExamples of awareness in a Sentence
while strolling in the big city, maintain an awareness of what's going on around you
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At the same time, tenants at the Dane Park Apartments in Grapevine reported seeing southern copperheads around the complex, where management includes snake‑safety tip sheets in welcome packets to raise awareness.
—Marvin Hurst, CBS News, 16 May 2026
The Tribune has reported on several incidents involving recreational boaters on Lake Michigan and nearby waterways, underscoring the importance of preparedness and safety awareness.
—Chicago Tribune, 16 May 2026
Jon Greene, a vice president at Agero, a roadside assistance company, says there is a massive gap in awareness.
—Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
While minor, the crashes point to challenges in object recognition and spatial awareness, particularly in complex parking or tight urban environments.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 16 May 2026
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Marvin Hurst, CBS News, 16 May 2026
The Tribune has reported on several incidents involving recreational boaters on Lake Michigan and nearby waterways, underscoring the importance of preparedness and safety awareness.
—Chicago Tribune, 16 May 2026
Jon Greene, a vice president at Agero, a roadside assistance company, says there is a massive gap in awareness.
—Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
While minor, the crashes point to challenges in object recognition and spatial awareness, particularly in complex parking or tight urban environments.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 16 May 2026
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“Awareness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/awareness. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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