knowingness

noun

know·​ing·​ness
plural -es
Synonyms of knowingnessnext
: the quality or state of being knowing
the brisk knowingness of a competent journalistC. J. Rolo

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“Knowingness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/knowingness. Accessed 21 Dec. 2025.

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