knowing or realizing that something exists, is happening, or is true.
After reading the article, Maria became aware of the dangers of too much sugar.
I’m fully aware that this plan will take a long time to finish.
✦ From Middle English aware, from Old English gewær “watchful, wary, attentive.”
keenly noticing what is happening around you and prepared to react; alert.
Camping alone, Liam stayed aware of every rustling sound in the forest.
The driver remained aware of pedestrians crossing the busy street.
✦ Same origin as Sense 1; over time the meaning broadened from simply 'having knowledge' to 'being alert and watchful.'
the state of knowing that something exists or understanding what is happening
The safety campaign increased public awareness of the dangers of texting while driving.
Meditation helped her develop greater awareness of her breathing and thoughts.
✦ From the adjective aware + -ness, first recorded in the mid-19th century.
recognition of a product, brand, or organization among the public
The new commercial boosted customer awareness of the company’s eco-friendly detergent.
Sponsoring the football match greatly increased brand awareness among young fans.
✦ Derived from the general sense of awareness; applied to marketing contexts from the mid-20th century.
A state on the east coast of the United States, between Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Maryland.
I live in Delaware.
Delaware is the First State.
✦ Named after the Delaware River, which in turn was named for Thomas West, 3rd Baron De La Warr, an English nobleman and early colonial governor.
