knowing
pronunciation
How to pronounce knowing in British English:
UK [ˈnəʊɪŋ]
How to pronounce knowing in American English:
US [ˈnoʊɪŋ]
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- Noun:
- clear and certain mental apprehension
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- Adjective:
- evidencing the possession of inside information
- by conscious design or purpose
- alert and fully informed
- highly educated; having extensive information or understanding
Word Origin
- knowing (adj.)
- "with knowledge of truth," late 14c., from present participle of know (v.). Related: Knowingly.
Antonym
Example
- 1. But it 's tough knowing what clothes to buy .
- 2. Bankers were reluctant to comment before knowing the terms .
- 3. Knowing how human beings " became " and what constitutes appropriate moral codes in light of that becoming .
- 4. Knowing who they are is a start .
- 5. Knowing my real home is pure land .