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Cognition

Mental processes involving knowledge, perception, memory, and judgment.

thinking mental processes

Cognition refers to mental processes involving knowledge, perception, memory, and judgment. It encompasses how we understand and interact with the world around us.

Pronunciation

/kɒɡˈnɪʃən/

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'cognoscere,' meaning ‘to get to know’ or ‘to learn.’

Explain Like I’m 5

Cognition is how your brain works - it's like thinking, remembering things, and making decisions.

Fun Facts

Cognitive psychology is a relatively new field, emerging in the 1960s
The 'cocktail party effect' demonstrates how we focus on one conversation in a noisy environment
Cognitive biases can lead to systematic errors in thinking

FAQ

What is cognition? It involves mental processes like thinking, remembering, and learning
How does it differ from emotion? Cognition focuses on thought processes while emotions involve feelings
What are some examples of cognitive skills? Examples include attention, language use, and problem-solving

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

thought perception memory judgment

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

mental process psychology

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

attention memory language processing problem solving

Meronyms — Parts or Components

perception attention memory

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

mind brain

Indexes

mental process psychological phenomenon

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