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Term: CONUSANT
Definition: Conusant means that a person knows or has knowledge about something. It is similar to the word "cognizance".
conusant (kon-yə-zənt), adj. (Of a person) having cognizance or knowledge. See .
The term conusant refers to a person who has knowledge or awareness of something. It is similar to the word , which means the same thing.
These examples illustrate how a person can be a conusant of a particular subject or field. In the first example, the lawyer has knowledge of the law and legal procedures. In the second example, the person has knowledge of the latest technology and gadgets.