Words / B1

uh-WAIR/əˈweə/

Aware means you know something is happening. Be aware of the rules / the risk. Conscious of is similar but often about yourself (conscious of her accent). Realise is a verb for the moment you understand. Unaware is the opposite. Awareness is a common news noun: public awareness.

Meaning

Knowing that something exists or is happening.

Examples

• “Are you aware of the new rules?”
• “I was not aware that the office was closed.”
• “Staff must be aware of safety procedures.”

Good to know

be aware of + noun. Opposite: unaware. Noun: awareness.

Near in meaning

conscious

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