cognitif

/kɔɡ.ni.tif/
adjectiveIntermediate
formal

Relating to cognitive processes such as thinking, perception, memory, and problem-solving.

Les troubles cognitifs peuvent affecter la mémoire et la concentration.

Cognitive disorders can affect memory and concentration.

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Often used in psychology, neuroscience, and education.

Collocations

fonction cognitivecognitive functiondéficit cognitifcognitive deficitévaluation cognitivecognitive assessment

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Related Phrases

biais cognitifphrase
cognitive bias
réserve cognitivephrase
cognitive reserve

💡Pro Tip

Common Usage

In French, 'cognitif' is often used in formal contexts to describe mental processes.

📖Word Origin

From Latin 'cognitivus', meaning 'pertaining to knowing or understanding'.

📝Usage Notes

Commonly used in academic and professional contexts, especially in psychology and neuroscience.

Word Breakdown

cogni-
knowing, understanding
root
+
-tif
pertaining to
suffix
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