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Meaning of know
The primary meaning of the word "know" is to be aware of or have knowledge of something.
Etymology of know
The word "know" originated from Old English "cnāwan", which is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "knāiz", and the Proto-Indo-European root "gnō-", also the source of the Latin "nōscere" and the Greek "γινώσκω" (ginōskō)
Historically, the word "know" has been used in English since the 9th century, initially with the sense of "to recognize" or "to perceive", and later developing its modern meanings related to knowledge, understanding, and awareness
Synonyms
Definitions
- To have knowledge or information about something, or to be aware of its existence or nature
- To be acquainted with a person, place, or thing
- To have a clear and certain understanding of something
- To have experience or familiarity with something
- To be able to do something because you have learned or practiced it
Usage Examples
- I know the answer to this question because I studied it last night
- She knows how to play the piano beautifully
- They know each other from college
- He knows the city like the back of his hand
- We know that the Earth orbits the Sun
Antonyms
ignore
overlook
disregard
neglect
misunderstand
misinterpret
confuse
forget
remain ignorant
be unaware
be oblivious
misknow
be mistaken
be misinformed
be confused
disbelieve
doubt
question
be uncertain
be unclear