knowing

• Beschreibt eine Person, die zeigt, dass sie etwas weiß oder versteht, oft auf subtile oder versteckte Weise; auch: viel wissend, gut informiert oder bewusst.

Describes someone who shows that they know or understand something, often in a subtle or secretive way.

1. Showing subtle awareness or shared understandingB2formal

   Describes an expression, gesture, or remark that suggests the person possesses information or insight not openly expressed, often implying a silent connection or mutual comprehension with another individual. This usage frequently appears in contexts involving non-verbal communication.

   Wissend, verständnisvoll

   • She gave a knowing smile when the topic was mentioned.
   • He nodded in a knowing way, as if he had expected this outcome.
   • The two friends exchanged knowing glances across the room.
   • Her knowing look suggested she was aware of the secret plan.
   • There was a knowing chuckle from the audience at the subtle reference.

   Synonymeclevereloquentexpressiveinsightfulmeaningfulperceptivesharpsignificantsuggestiveunderstanding

   Antonymeguilelessingenuousinnocentnaiveunawareunsuspecting

2. Deliberate or intentionalB2formal

   Done with full awareness and purpose; not accidental.

   Vorsätzlich

   • It was a knowing attempt to mislead the audience.
   • His knowing actions caused the delay.
   • The decision was a knowing choice to prioritize safety.

   Synonymecalculatedconsciousdeliberateintentionalpurposefulwilful

   Antonymeaccidentalinadvertentunconsciousunintentionalunwitting

3. Displaying intelligence, shrewdness, or worldly experienceC1formal

   Refers to a person or manner that reflects acquired knowledge, perceptiveness, or practical wisdom, often gained through experience. This sense emphasizes mental sharpness and the ability to read situations or people accurately.

   Klug, scharfsinnig oder weltgewandt

   • The novel's protagonist is a knowing observer of human nature.
   • She approached the negotiation with a knowing confidence born of years in the field.
   • His knowing commentary on politics revealed deep familiarity with the subject.
   • The critic's knowing analysis impressed even seasoned readers.
   • A knowing traveler, she packed light and anticipated every contingency.

   Synonymeacuteastutecannydiscerninginsightfulperceptivesagacioussavvyshrewdsophisticatedwiseworldly

   Antonymeguilelessingenuousinnocentnaiveunsophisticated

4. Well-informed and alertC1formal

   Being fully aware and knowledgeable about a situation.

   Wissend und aufmerksam

   • She is a knowing participant in the negotiations.
   • The journalist was knowing about the political scandal.
   • He remained knowing and attentive throughout the briefing.

   Synonymealertastuteawarediscerninginformedknowledgeableperceptivesavvyshrewdwise

   Antonymeignorantnaiveobliviousunawareuninformed

• Substantiv, das das Wissen, Bewusstsein oder Verstehen von etwas bezeichnet, oft im Sinne eines sicheren oder vertrauten Kenntnisstandes.

A noun referring to a state of having clear and certain mental apprehension or understanding.

1. Clear UnderstandingC1formal

   The state of having clear and certain mental comprehension or awareness.

   Wissen

   • Her knowing of the situation helped her make the right decision.
   • The philosopher spoke of a deep knowing that transcends mere facts.
   • He has a profound knowing about human nature.

   Synonymeapprehensionawarenesscognizancecomprehensionknowledgeunderstanding

   Antonymeignoranceincomprehensionunawareness

• Verb, das den Besitz von Informationen, das Wissen oder das Verstehen von etwas durch Erfahrung oder Lernen bezeichnet.

A verb used to indicate having information, awareness, or understanding of something through experience or study.

unregelmäßiges Verb

1. Have knowledge or informationA1formal

   To have information in your mind as a result of experience or learning.

   Wissen

   • I know the answer to that question.
   • She knows a lot about history.
   • Do you know where the nearest station is?

   Synonymecomprehendperceiverealizerecognizeunderstand

2. Be familiar withA1formal

   To be acquainted with a person, place, or thing.

   Kennen

   • I know her from school.
   • He knows Paris very well.
   • Do you know this restaurant?

   Synonymerecognize

3. Be able to recognizeA2formal

   To be able to identify or distinguish something.

   Erkennen

   • I would know his voice anywhere.
   • She knows the difference between right and wrong.
   • You know a good wine when you taste it.

   Synonymediscerndistinguishidentifymake outperceiverecognizespot

   Antonymeconfusemisidentify