knowledge
Translation
knowledge, understanding, awareness
Examples
He has a lot of knowledge about history.
He has a lot of knowledge about history.
To my knowledge, the store is closed.
To my knowledge, the store is closed.
Grammar Patterns
((knowledge)) of/about (sth.) facts and information someone has He has a deep knowledge of art.
to ((my)) knowledge as far as I know To my knowledge, he has never been there.
Similar Words
Synonyms: information, understanding, wisdom; Antonyms: ignorance
Etymology
From Old English 'cnāwlæc,' meaning 'acknowledgment, recognition.' Derived from 'know'.
Memory Tips
'Knowledge' is what you 'know'. The '-ledge' part is an old suffix used to form nouns.