Knowing (Noun)
Meaning
A clear and certain mental apprehension.
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- Her knowing glance told me she understood the situation perfectly.
- The detective's years of experience gave him a knowing that allowed him to piece together the evidence.
- After years of studying the subject, he had a deep knowing of the underlying principles.
- Her knowing of the city's hidden gems made her the perfect tour guide.
- The expert's knowing of the ancient language helped decipher the mysterious text.
Hyponyms
- Knowingness
- Ken
- Consciousness
- Farsightedness
- Cognizance
- Savvy
- Prospicience
- Apprehension
- Discernment
- Cognisance
- Foresight