KNOWINGNESS Synonyms: 73 Similar and Opposite Words

knowingness

noun

Definition of knowingness

as in intelligence

exceptional discernment and judgment especially in practical matters all the knowingness that comes from 20 years in the police department was evident in his appraisal of the situation

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Recent Examples of knowingness As with this trilogy’s previous installment, Depardon here depicts the hardships ofthe modern farmer with empathy but also a wry knowingness regarding the changing of the times. — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 20 Jan. 2026 At other times, the writers’ knowingness was fed by rage. — David Denby, New Yorker, 10 Nov. 2025

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio also defended the military strikes, saying at a Senate hearing in June that the Defense Department determined the strikes' legality and based its decisions on intelligence information.

— Chris Boccia, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026
So that expedited growth also reflects Simmons’ drive and intelligence — among other traits that animate the athleticism of his 6-foot-4, 215-pound frame and powerful left throwing arm.

— Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of intelligence

Noun

But blessed with unusual wit and sensitivity, as well as a delightful young cast, the Amazon drama nevertheless stands out as something special.

— Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 4 Aug. 2026
Olson was known for her wit, honesty and way of making people feel welcome and important, the obituary added.

— David Chiu, PEOPLE, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of wit

Noun

Barack Obama’s summer book list came out this week, revealing fresh insights about which authors the 44th president turns to again and again for his warm-weather reading.

— Ela Jalil, Washington Post, 31 July 2026
If not, how each performs could give an insight into what the manager is looking for from them and whether those demands differ according to their respective skill sets.

— Art de Roché, New York Times, 31 July 2026

Definition of insight

Noun

The differentiator becomes the ability to originate with clarity, express with integrity and steward consequences with wisdom.

— Darnley Merzier, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Recent lab research is starting to give that folk wisdom some concrete support, though the science stops well short of proving a raw bar order will change a hormone panel.

— Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 29 July 2026

Definition of wisdom

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