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cognition
/kɔɡnɪsjɔ̃/
the mental process of acquiring knowledge and understanding
La cognition humaine est un processus complexe.
Human cognition is a complex process.
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The mental process of acquiring knowledge and understanding through thought, experience, and the senses.
Les chercheurs étudient la cognition pour comprendre comment le cerveau traite l'information.
Researchers study cognition to understand how the brain processes information.
Cognition encompasses perception, memory, attention, language, problem-solving, and reasoning.
Collocations
cognition socialesocial cognitioncognition spatialespatial cognitiontrouble de cognitioncognitive impairment
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Cognition vs. Intelligence
'Cognition' refers to mental processes, while 'intelligence' refers to the ability to learn and apply knowledge effectively.
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Context Matters
In psychology, 'cognition' is distinct from 'consciousness' or 'perception'.
Word Origin
From Latin 'cognoscere' (to know or recognize), via Old French 'cognissance' (knowledge).
Usage Notes
In psychology and neuroscience, 'cognition' refers to mental processes involved in acquiring, processing, and using information.
Word Breakdown
cogni-
knowing, recognizing
root-tion
the act or process of
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