Definition of Cognition
Cognition
cog·ni·tion


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
The process of perceiving, processing, and responding to information.

e.g. The psychologist studied human cognition to understand decision-making processes.

(noun)
the mental processes that involve, relate to, or constitute conscious intellectual activity such as reasoning, thinking, and remembering;

e.g. She has high-level cognition that enables her to solve problems quickly.

(noun)
some product of conscious mental processes, such as ideas, perceptions, or sensations;

e.g. He is experiencing increased cognition and an enhanced sense of hearing.



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