knowingness

• Nom désignant la qualité ou l'état de celui qui sait, qui est informé ou perspicace, avec une pointe de finesse ou de complicité dans la compréhension.

A noun referring to the quality or state of having knowledge, awareness, or shrewdness demonstrated by understanding.

indénombrable

1. Possession of knowledgeC1formal

   The state or quality of having knowledge or being aware of something.

   fait de savoir, connaissance

   • Her knowingness about the subject impressed the committee.
   • The detective's knowingness of the case details was crucial.
   • His knowingness of local customs helped him navigate the region.

   Synonymesapprehensionawarenesscognizancecomprehensionconsciousnessknowledgerecognitionunderstanding

   Antonymesignorancenescienceunawareness

2. Shrewdness or perceptivenessC2formal

   The quality of being shrewd, perceptive, or showing clever understanding, often demonstrated through subtle cues.

   Perspicacité malicieuse

   • The negotiator's knowingness allowed him to anticipate the other party's moves.
   • She gave a smile full of knowingness, indicating she understood the hidden meaning.
   • His knowingness in business matters made him a valuable advisor.

   Synonymesacumenastutenessclevernessdiscernmentinsightperceptivenessperspicacitysagacityshrewdnessunderstanding

   Antonymesignoranceinnocencenaivetyobtusenessstupidity