To be aware means to know or notice something. It shows that you have information about a fact or event.
She is aware of the loud noise.
I am aware of the time now.
This meaning shows that a person knows about and cares for social or environmental matters. It often relates to being thoughtful about others.
She is aware of the environment problems.
He is aware of other cultures now.
People use ‘aware of’ to say they know or have noticed something. It often follows the word ‘aware’.
Are you aware of the new rules?
She was aware of her mistake.
In technology, aware means a device or system can sense and react to certain information, like place or situation.
The phone is GPS-aware.
This app is location-aware.
Being self-aware means a person understands their own feelings and behavior clearly.
She is self-aware about her actions.
He is self-aware and calm.
In old or legal use, aware means to be officially informed or have formal knowledge of facts or rights.
He was aware of the contract terms.
They were aware of the legal rights.
