Synonyms of in the know

in the know

phrase

1

as in aware

having inside information

For those who are not in the know, the company will be implementing some changes.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• aware
• alerted
• alert
• wise
• knowing
• hip
• informed
• warned
• ready
• clued (in)
• forewarned
• prepared
• with-it
• sharp
• attentive
• observant
• watchful
• vigilant
• sharp-eyed
• observing
• plugged-in
• open-eyed

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• unaware
• unconscious
• unknowing
• uninformed
• oblivious
• unwitting
• unprepared
• unmindful
• unwary
• heedless
• unready

2

as in familiar

having information especially as a result of study or experience

He's always in the know when it comes to new technology.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• familiar
• informed
• aware
• acquainted
• knowledgeable
• up-to-date
• alive
• up
• well-informed
• conversant
• abreast
• at home
• versed
• conscious
• sensible
• au courant
• cognizant
• mindful
• heedful
• sentient

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• ignorant
• unaware
• uninformed
• unfamiliar
• unacquainted
• unconscious
• unmindful
• oblivious
• insensible
• unwitting
• unknowing
• blind
• unknowledgeable
• unheeding
• inattentive

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of in the know

Once considered a touristy fashion faux pas, belt bags have undergone a complete rebrand, becoming a practical, stylish accessory for travelers in the know. — Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2026

While most of us call this month July, those in the know understand that this is actually National Ice Cream Month and should be celebrated as such. — Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 9 July 2026

For those still not in the know, the last installment saw Enola insecure about proving worthy of the Holmes name, struggling to figure out her own identity while Sherlock was preoccupied with a case of his own. — Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026

And Jeopardy’s clue writers are generally considered to be pretty in the know. — Louis Peitzman, Entertainment Weekly, 29 June 2026