Basic Details
Word: Knowing
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Being aware of or having information about something.
Synonyms: Aware, informed, cognizant
Antonyms: Unaware, ignorant, uninformed
Idioms and Phrases
- Knowing the ropes: Understanding how things work in a particular situation. Example: "After a few weeks at the new job, Im really knowing the ropes and feel more confident."
- In the know: Being well informed about something. Example: "She is always in the know about the latest trends in fashion."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Knowing the basic rules of the game helped us to play better and have more fun.
Example 2: She felt more relaxed during the exam because she was knowing her subjects well.
Example 3: Knowing how to solve problems is a valuable skill in everyday life.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "knowing" comes from the Old English word "cnw," which means to recognise or perceive? This shows how long humans have been trying to understand their world!
Famous Quote
"The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing." Socrates
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "knowing" mean?
a) To be unaware
b) To be aware of or have information
c) To forget
d) To ignore
Answer: b) To be aware of or have information
2. Which of these is a synonym of "knowing"?
a) Uninformed
b) Cognizant
c) Clueless
d) Lost
Answer: b) Cognizant
3. Which is an antonym of "knowing"?
a) Aware
b) Informed
c) Ignorant
d) Familiar
Answer: c) Ignorant
4. Which sentence uses "knowing" correctly?
a) Knowing the answer, she submitted her test early.
b) He was knowing the building was tall.
c) They are knowing nothing about the plan.
d) Knowing is just a feeling.
Answer: a) Knowing the answer, she submitted her test early.
5. Which idiom means being well informed?
a) Knowing the ropes
b) Out of the blue
c) Up in the air
d) Fish out of water
Answer: a) Knowing the ropes
