knowingly

• Adverbe signifiant « de manière délibérée ou consciente » ou « avec pleine compréhension et intention ». Utilisé pour décrire des actions accomplies en connaissance de leur nature, de leurs conséquences ou de leur importance, impliquant souvent une intention délibérée ou une compréhension secrète.

An adverb meaning "in a deliberate or conscious manner" or "with full awareness and intent." It is used to describe actions performed with knowledge of their nature, consequences, or significance, often implying intentionality or secret understanding.

1. With awareness or intentionB2formal

   In a way that shows one is aware of what they are doing, often implying deliberate action.

   En connaissance de cause

   • He knowingly broke the rules by entering the restricted area.
   • She knowingly lied to the committee about her qualifications.
   • The company knowingly sold defective products to customers.

   Synonymesadvisedlyconsciouslydeliberatelydesignedlyintentionallyon purposepurposelywittingly

   Antonymesaccidentallyinadvertentlyunintentionallyunknowinglyunwittingly

2. In a knowing mannerB2informal

   In a way that suggests secret understanding or shared knowledge, often with a subtle gesture or expression.

   D'un air entendu

   • She smiled knowingly when he mentioned the surprise party.
   • He winked knowingly at his friend across the room.
   • They exchanged a knowingly glance during the meeting.

   Synonymesmeaningfullysignificantly

   Antonymesunintentionallyunwittingly