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adjective

ˈnō-iŋ How to pronounce knowing (audio)
Definition of knowingnext
1
as in aware
having inside information exchanged a knowing look with her business partner during the sales presentation

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2
as in smart
having or showing a practical cleverness or judgment knowing movie producers do not invest their own money in their risky ventures

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as in conscious
made, given, or done with full awareness of what one is doing a knowing waiver of his rights

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as in considered
decided on as a result of careful thought with knowing equivocation, the witness responded to the question without really answering it

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knowing

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verb

present participle of know
1
as in understanding
to have a practical understanding of a career diplomat who knows several languages a fan who really knows baseball

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as in experiencing
to come to a knowledge of (something) by living through it knows full well how nerve-racking it can be to speak in public

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as in seeing
to have a clear idea of I think I know what you're trying to say

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Recent Examples of knowing
Adjective
Earlier that day, during breakfast below juniper and olive trees at hotel restaurant Gli Olivastri, all-knowing maître d Claudio, who moved to Sardinia in 1989, divulged a few of his favorite swimming spots in La Maddalena. — Helen Iatrou, Travel + Leisure, 24 June 2026 Black comedy is among the hardest tones to nail, and if there was a single knowing wink from the actors or even a soupçon of exaggeration in the execution, the whole thing could simply become too tiresomely antic to be actually funny. — Jessica Kiang, Variety, 16 June 2026
Verb
Before the end of the season, City had decided Fernandez would be a key target, knowing that Rodri could leave. — Tim Spiers, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026 Our concern is that the White House is putting Congress in the position of voting on a CISA extension without knowing how the GOLD EAGLE program is operating, who’s involved, or what statutory authority is being invoked. — Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 2 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for knowing
Recent Examples of Synonyms for knowing
  1. aware
  2. smart
  3. conscious
  4. considered
  5. understanding
  6. experiencing
  7. seeing
  8. experienced
Adjective
  • No one should underestimate the mortal significance of medical discreetness; researchers are well aware that many patients risk their own health due to the stigma associated with requiring medical help.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Most law firms are likely not even aware of Google’s new offerings, and yet the capabilities and benefits appear to be substantial – and cost-effective.
    — Gene Marks, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of aware
Adjective
  • But by defending in this way, Chelsea are giving smart opponents the advantage in the battle for possession.
    — Jon Mackenzie, New York Times, 1 Sep. 2026
  • But getting there wasn’t just about making smart product decisions.
    — Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of smart
Adjective
  • The usual crowd here, though, is the design-conscious traveler, along with couples looking for more character than the usual glass-tower Tokyo hotel.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026
  • As surgeons worked behind her ear, Peasley listened to the music and remained conscious throughout the procedure.
    — Marlee Ginter, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of conscious
Adjective
  • And Moke was no longer a considered tropical cyclone after skirting Hawaii as a tropical storm, the center said.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Others have a tight, considered design, especially the islands meant to highlight a specific weapon or gadget.
    — Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 23 July 2026
Definition of considered
Verb
  • Following the analytics in this way isn’t all that different from what many media organizations do; understanding the audience is perhaps the most fundamental aspect of longevity in media.
    — Max Tani, semafor.com, 2 Sep. 2026
  • The challenge is finding it and understanding why those earlier decisions were made.
    — Beth Worthy, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of understanding
Verb
  • While filming the video, Musgraves received a text from her dad that Nana had been rushed to the hospital after experiencing a health issue.
    — Lily Brown, PEOPLE, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Hosted by the Haus of Moulin Noir in collaboration with the Defiance Project, the event brought ballroom into a church sanctuary, drawing longtime competitors alongside people experiencing the culture for the first time.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of experiencing
Verb
  • Lisa is seeing what this experience could be for her, which only emphasized just how bad her current situation on RHOSLC is.
    — Tom Smyth, Vulture, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Domagal-Goldman compared Roman’s capabilities to capturing an all-encompassing view of a forest as well as seeing sharp details of its trees, like leaves and birds, all at the same time.
    — Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of seeing
Adjective
  • But our frustrations and inconvenience pale in comparison to the sadness of those who knew the deceased or to the trauma the drivers involved experienced.
    — Doug Turnbull, AJC.com, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Inside, rows of in-house brand American Hat Company (manufactured in Bowie) line the walls, and customers queue up for sessions with its team of experienced shapers.
    — Christine Lennon, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Aug. 2026
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“Knowing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knowing. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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