"Cognizes" means to perceive or understand. Some possible antonyms for this word include:
1. Confuse: to mix up or misinterpret information, often leading to a lack of understanding or clarity.
2. Ignore: to deliberately disregard or pay no attention to something, often resulting in a lack of knowledge or awareness.
3. Misconceive: to have a mistaken or inaccurate idea or belief about something or someone.
4. Misunderstand: to fail to grasp the meaning or intention behind someone's words or actions, often resulting in confusion or conflict.
5. Overlook: to fail to see or notice something, often leading to a lack of acknowledgement or recognition.