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known

known

2 1.0
Familiar to many people and easy to identify
  • adjective
  • /noʊn/
translation icon : conocido
  • This is a scientific phenomenon known as brain wave entrainment.

And among those was the view known as Stoicism.

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Examples

  • In fact, no particle that is known is a point.

  • Rorschach tests are also known as inkblot tests.

  • The beams created what will become known as the Cathedral of Light.

  • She is now in her residency at Well-Known Hospital in Major City.

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  • This frontier was frequently raided by nomads known to the Greeks as Scythians.

  • IF THE WEATHER HOLDS, WE SHOULD REACH THE LAST KNOWN POSITION OF YOUR FRIEND TYLER IN 3 DAYS.

  • NO KNOWN RESIDENCE.

  • The scientist published her findings in a journal that is well known for its rigorous peer review.

  • The historical figure is known for his contributions to modern physics and is celebrated in many countries.

Synonyms

well-known
vsknown
253 1.0

Familiar to many people and often talked about

concerns truth or certainty rather than general public fame
proven
vsknown
1 3.2

Shown by facts to be true and to work well

is about general certainty rather than being shown by facts
verified
vsknown
1 3.9

Shown to be true or correct after checking

is broader certainty, not limited to results of tests
proved
vsknown
3.4

Shown to be true by clear evidence

is broader recognition or certainty rather than only strict evidence
attested
vsknown
6.0

Proven to be real by official records or clear evidence

is general acceptance of truth rather than formal certification
established
vsknown
4.2

Known and accepted because it has existed for a long time

expresses recognition or certainty even without long history
ascertained
vsknown
  • Formal
6.2

Known to be true after careful checking

is general recognition or certainty, not only scientific discovery
observed
vsknown
  • Specialized
3.9

Seen or measured directly, not just guessed

is broader certainty, not only what was directly seen
identified
vsknown
2.8

Shown to be a particular person or thing

focuses on having certainty of truth rather than being singled out
acknowledged
vsknown
3.5

Accepted by others as true or real

refers to internal certainty or recognition, not only public acceptance
confirmed
vsknown
4.2

Having a habit or belief that is unlikely to change

relates to certainty of truth rather than mere long lasting habit
understood
vsknown
5.1

Accepted without being said or written

means explicit recognition or certainty rather than tacit assumption
recognized
vsknown
  • Formal
3.5

Known and officially accepted as important or respected

refers to being certain of existence or truth rather than status

Antonyms

629 2.3

Not known or named, often with no name given

Idioms

212 2.0

Famous for a particular quality, activity, or achievement

To give another name for a person or thing

Compounds

253 1.0

Familiar to many people and often talked about

104 1.9

Most people know it

34 7.3

Few people know about it

7 3.8

More widely known than another person or thing

How Certain

certain
946 1.0
proven
1 3.2
known
2 1.0
probable
200 3.4
suspected
3.7
possible
1.0

Surface Forms

known positive

Morphology

known = know (transparent) = know + n

The adjective 'known' is transparently derived from the verb 'know' with the addition of the suffix '-n', indicating a past participle form.

Etymology

Known comes from the old verb know, which meant 'to have knowledge' or 'to understand'. So when someone or something is known, people recognize or identify them.