C2adjectiveformalscienceeducation
US/ˈkɑːɡ.nə.tɪv/
UK/ˈkɒɡ.nə.tɪv/
connected with thinking, learning, understanding and remembering
In context
Regular exercise can slow cognitive decline in older adults.
Learning a second language may improve a child's cognitive skills.
Lack of sleep affects cognitive performance almost as much as alcohol does.
Words that go with cognitive
adjective + noun
- cognitive developmentPlay is important for a child's cognitive development.
- cognitive functionDoctors tested his cognitive function after the accident.
- cognitive skillsPuzzles help older people keep their cognitive skills sharp.
- cognitive declineResearchers are studying ways to prevent cognitive decline.
- cognitive abilityThe test measures general cognitive ability.
- cognitive psychologyShe did a master's degree in cognitive psychology.