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be acquainted

VERB
know
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 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

Example Sentences

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None of the 12 potential jurors questioned in court on the first day appeared to be acquainted with any of the parties, but the issue quickly became apparent soon after.

From Reuters • Oct. 28, 2021

Stargazing is also a wonderful opportunity to introduce children to cultures they might not be acquainted with.

From New York Times • Oct. 29, 2020

“It is a sound and important principle that the representative ought to be acquainted with the interests and circumstances of his constituents.”

From Fox News • Aug. 6, 2020

With this in mind, all people should be acquainted with the terms probable cause and reasonable suspicion.

From Encyclopedia.com • Jun. 26, 2018

“What a very great pleasure it will be to you! and Mrs. Weston is so anxious to be acquainted with him, that she must be almost as happy as yourself.”

From "Emma" by Jane Austen