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The definition of cognitive is relating to thinking or reasoning.

(adjective)

Processes that require thinking and reasoning are examples of cognitive processes.

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adjective

Of, characterized by, involving, or relating to cognition: “Thinking in terms of dualisms is common in our cognitive culture” (Key Reporter).
Having a basis in or reducible to empirical factual knowledge.

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cogˈni·tive·ly adverb

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