knowing
/ˈnoʊɪŋ/ adjective A2- Possessing knowledge or understanding; knowledgeable, intelligent.
- Deliberate, wilful.
- Shrewd or showing clever awareness; discerning. · a knowing rascal
- Suggestive of private knowledge or understanding.
From the library
“For my part, I am content in knowing I am as brave as any beast that ever lived, if not braver,” said the Lion modestly.
But is it understandable that he should go out of his way to bring with him the most noisy weapon he could select, knowing well that it will fetch every human being in the house to the spot as quick as they can run, and that it is all odds that he will be seen before he can get across the moat?
Not knowing what else to do in so wild a region, the Muleteer placed upon the Mule the load carried by the Ass in addition to his own, and at the top of all placed the hide of the Ass, after he had skinned him.
Reynolds’ respect for Elizabeth seemed to increase on this intimation of her knowing her master.
Other matches
Learn knowing in real texts
With a free account, hover any word in the library for its meaning, hear it read aloud, save words for review timed to your memory, and see how much of each book you already know.