known

1 of 2

adjective

ˈnōn 

: generally recognized

a known authority on art

known

2 of 2

past participle of know entry 1

Examples of known in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Less well known is the secondary dining area—aptly named the Secret Garden—which, in good weather, offers a wonderful al fresco experience on the terrace. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026

An investigation identified several people involved in the plot, such as the prison porter who was apprehended, other inmates and known associates. — Dejanay Booth-Singleton, CBS News, 8 Oct. 2026

Instead, open the company's official app or visit its known website yourself. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 2 Oct. 2026

Costco is well known for its sprawling stores and bulk-quantity goods. — Amy Wenk, AJC.com, 2 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing known

• known quantity
• let it be known
• make oneself known
• make one's presence felt/heard/known
• make (something) known
• might/should have known
• otherwise known as
• truth be told/known
• well-known

Rhymes for known

• blown
• clone
• cone
• crone
• drone
• flown
• groan
• grown
• hone
• joan
• jone
• loan

Kids Definition

known

adjective

ˈnōn 

: generally recognized

a known expert on art