Pronunciation

/knoʊ/

Definitions

• Verb: To be aware or have information about something or someone through learning, experience, or communication. For example: “I know the capital of France.”

  • To recognize or identify something from past experience or knowledge. Example: “I know this song but can’t remember its name.”
  • To understand something intuitively or by reasoning. Example: “She knows what it’s like to lose a loved one.”
  • To be familiar with someone through personal experience. Example: “They’ve known each other since childhood.”

• Noun (Non-standard usage): Knowledge; understanding. Example: “His know on computers is impressive.”

Phrases

• “Know something inside out” means to have a thorough understanding of something.
• “To know better” implies that someone should have made a wiser decision based on their knowledge or experience.
• “To know someone’s mind” means to understand their thoughts or intentions.
• “No one knows for sure” suggests uncertainty or lack of definitive information.

Example Sentences

• Verb: “I know how to fix this issue.”
• “She knew immediately that something was wrong.”
• “Do you know where the nearest post office is?”

Synonyms

• Understand
• Recognize
• Be aware of
• Realize
• Comprehend
• Familiarize oneself with
• Acquaint oneself with
• Perceive
• Grasp

Antonyms

• Not know
• Be unaware of
• Be ignorant of
• Misunderstand
• Forget