metacognition

Meaning

Awareness and understanding of one's own thought processes

Awareness and understanding of one's own thought processes; thinking about thinking.

Example Sentences

Metacognition enhances problem-solving abilities.

Metacognition helps students improve their learning strategies.

Metacognition helps improve problem-solving skills.

Synonyms

self-awareness, reflection, Self-awareness, Reflection, Critical Thinking, critical thinking

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self-awareness, reflection

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Self-awareness, Reflection, Critical Thinking

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self-awareness, reflection, critical thinking

Antonyms

ignorance, unawareness, Unawareness, Ignorance, Thoughtlessness, naivety, thoughtlessness

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ignorance, unawareness

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Unawareness, Ignorance, Thoughtlessness

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naivety, unawareness, thoughtlessness