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

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be acquainted

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

“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

You know yours; so should she be acquainted with hers.

From New York Times ● Jan. 24, 2018

“Well, don’t pop. Not yet, Marion. We have a mission to accomplish. What do we know about the venue? Best to be acquainted prior to arrival.”

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin

be acquainted

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