Cognizant (adjective)

1. Having knowledge or awareness of a particular fact or situation.
2. Having knowledge or perception of a particular fact or situation.
3. Aware or informed about a particular situation or fact.

Origin:

From middle english, from latin cognoscentem, present participle of cognoscere ("get to know, recognize, acknowledge"), from com- ("together") + gnoscere ("to know").

Examples:

1. She was cognizant of the risks involved in the project.
2. The company was cognizant of the changing market and adapted accordingly.
3. He was cognizant of the seriousness of the situation.
4. I am cognizant of the fact that I need to improve my public speaking skills.
5. The team was cognizant of the tight deadline, they worked hard to meet it.