knowledge

[nol-ij] / ˈnɒl ɪdʒ /

NOUN

person's understanding; information

Synonyms

STRONGEST

ability awareness education expertise familiarity grasp insight intelligence judgment know-how learning observation philosophy power proficiency recognition science theory wisdom

STRONG

accomplishments acquaintance apprehension attainments cognition comprehension consciousness dirt discernment doctrine dogma dope enlightenment erudition facts goods instruction light lore picture principles scholarship schooling scoop substance tuition

WEAK

inside story

Antonyms

STRONGEST

clumsiness ignorance impotence inability inanity incompetence ineptness stupidity weakness

STRONG

misunderstanding unbelief

Example Sentences

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"Being an angler for such a long time I knew a bit about the invertebrates, but this training has taken my knowledge to a new level."

From BBC • May 26, 2026

She earned the nickname “Queen of Cuba” by her colleagues for her deep knowledge of the island’s military and political affairs.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

"When knowledge and data flows between different disciplines, we can all benefit."

From Science Daily • May 24, 2026

The FBI did not comment on its knowledge of Vazquez.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

"It's wonderful to see someone so hungry for knowledge," she replied, sounding as if she didn't quite believe him.

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville

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