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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“Every political professional knows that the most important type of candidate research is not opposition research — it’s research on your own candidate,” Schnur said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 7, 2026

No one, including the Maine Democratic Party, knows what kind of selection process the group might settle on if Platner drops out.

From Slate • Jul. 7, 2026

He knows all too well what can happen to a country that lacks sufficient air defence.

From BBC • Jul. 7, 2026

He wants employers to be more accommodating to caregivers because he knows employees need flexibility, like the ability to work from home, in order to advance in their careers.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 7, 2026

Somehow he’s both home and he knows I’m here.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse