knows

VERB

understand information

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 acquainted 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

VERB

be familiar with

Synonyms

STRONGEST

experience feel identify see

STRONG

associate fraternize savor sustain taste undergo

WEAK

be acquainted with be friends with get acquainted have dealings with

Antonyms

STRONG

abstain

WEAK

be ignorant forget misinterpret misunderstand

Example Sentences

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Yet Salah knows full well that he has already made history and earned legendary status.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

And if that painting is completed in the shadow of the pyramids, he knows exactly who to thank.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Who knows if Mr. Musk will every colonize Mars, but the surest bet is never to bet against American innovation.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

Or is it just confirming what your gut already knows?

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

“No, I just invited him with us. He knows I wanted to see his cousin, the singer.”

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith