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Meaning of know

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

know

Pronunciation:/nəʊ//noʊ/

noun

Definitions

  1. Knowledge; the state of knowing.

verb

Definitions

  1. To perceive the truth or factuality of; to be certain of or that.

    Example: He knew something terrible was going to happen.

  2. To be aware of; to be cognizant of.

    Example: Did you know Michelle and Jack were getting divorced? ― Yes, I knew.

  3. To be acquainted or familiar with; to have encountered.

    Example: I know your mother, but I’ve never met your father.

  4. To experience.

    Example: Their relationship knew ups and downs.