cognitive

Definitions

Relating to, involving, or used in the processes of acquiring knowledge and understanding through thought, experience, and the senses.

Relating to the mental action or process of acquiring knowledge and understanding.

Examples

Regular exercise has been shown to improve cognitive function in older adults.

The researchers are studying the cognitive development of children during their early school years.

Synonyms

mental intellectual cerebral rational perceptual thoughtful analytical

Antonyms

physical emotional instinctual irrational unconscious bodily sensory