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knew

[noo, nyoo] / nu, nyu /

VERB

understand information

Synonyms

STRONGEST

appreciate experience have learn notice perceive realize recognize see

STRONG

apperceive apprehend cognize comprehend differentiate discern discriminate distinguish fathom grasp ken prize undergo

WEAK

be acquainted be cognizant be conversant in be informed be learned be master of be read be schooled be versed feel certain get the idea have down pat have information have knowledge of keep up on on top of

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ignore miss misunderstand neglect overlook

STRONG

confuse mix up not get

WEAK

be ignorant forget misinterpret

VERB

be familiar with

Synonyms

STRONGEST

experience feel identify see

STRONG

associate fraternize savor sustain taste undergo

WEAK

be acquainted with be friends with get acquainted have dealings with

Antonyms

STRONG

abstain

WEAK

be ignorant forget misinterpret misunderstand

Example Sentences

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According to the Chrisleys, Anulewicz “had no meaningful criminal defense experience,” and “Balch knew this — or should have.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

"I knew if I didn't get my teeth done they would get worse."

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

“We knew how important it was from my perspective for the U.S. government, and from her perspective for the company, to make sure our relationship works.”

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

He felt certain that he knew what had happened, so he rolled over and went back to bed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

The moment Candace admitted she’s only seriously dated Black men, we all knew.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold