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cognitive science

noun

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The interdisciplinary study of the mind and its processes, including how we think, perceive, remember, learn, and use language.

Example Sentence

Students interested in how the brain processes information often choose to major in cognitive science.

Usage Note

You would use "cognitive science" when referring to the academic field that investigates intelligence and mental processes from multiple perspectives, such as when discussing research on memory, problem-solving, or language acquisition.

Synonyms

mind study cognition research mental science brain science

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