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Known

Adjective / nəʊn / Another word for known — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The word 'known' means to have information about something or someone.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

recognized established acknowledged familiar

Informal

common popular regular everyday

Literary

renowned celebrated famed

Antonyms

unknown unfamiliar obscure secret hidden concealed undisclosed

Common collocations

  • well known
  • known fact
  • known quantity
  • known to be
  • known as
  • known for
  • known offender
  • known enemy

Word family

noun knowledge
verb know
adjective known
adverb knowingly

Usage note

The word 'known' is the past participle of 'know' and functions as an adjective. It is often used in phrases like 'well-known' or 'known fact'.

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Example sentences

  1. I have known her for a long time.
  2. The story is well-known.
  3. The man is known for his singing voice.
  4. I am familiar with this place.
  5. The movie star is famous.

Quotes

  • It is better to be hated for what you are than to be loved for what you are not. - Andre Gide
  • It is not the mountain we conquer, but ourselves. - Sir Edmund Hillary
  • The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing. - Socrates

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