Definition of Knowing

1. Noun. A clear and certain mental apprehension.


2. Adjective. Evidencing the possession of inside information.
Exact synonyms: Wise, Wise To
Similar to: Informed
Derivative terms: Knowingness, Knowingness

3. Adjective. Characterized by conscious design or purpose. "A willful waste of time"
Exact synonyms: Intentional
Similar to: Intended
Derivative terms: Intention, Intentionality, Knowingness

4. Adjective. Alert and fully informed. "Surprisingly knowledgeable about what was going on"
Exact synonyms: Knowledgeable
Similar to: Informed
Derivative terms: Knowingness, Knowledgeability, Knowledgeableness

5. Adjective. Highly educated; having extensive information or understanding. "A knowledgeable audience"

Definition of Knowing

1. a. Skilful; well informed; intelligent; as, a knowing man; a knowing dog.

2. n. Knowledge; hence, experience.

Definition of Knowing

1. astute [n -S] - See also: astute

Lexicographical Neighbors of Knowing

knouting
knouts
know
know
know-all
know-how
know-it-all
Know-Nothing Party
knowable
knowe
knower
knowers
knowes
knowhow
knowhows
knowing (current term)
knowinger
knowingest
knowingly
knowingness
knowingnesses
knowings
knowledge
knowledge
knowledgeability
knowledgeable
knowledgeableness
knowledgeable about(p)
knowledgeably
knowledges

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