knowingly
Knowingly (adv) means With full awareness of the facts; deliberately. Example: “He knowingly broke the rules to win the race.”
adv
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With full awareness of the facts; deliberately.
"He knowingly broke the rules to win the race."
How to use knowingly
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDoing something on purpose, fully aware of what you're doing.
Common pairings
knowingly deceive
knowingly break the law
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more knowingly
- Superlative
- most knowingly
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He _____ broke the rules to win the race.
Etymology
From knowing plus -ly.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for knowingly
kingly
tingly
lovingly
amazingly
willingly
seemingly
mockingly
alarmingly
annoyingly
strikingly
shockingly
stunningly
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Frequently asked questions
What does “knowingly” mean?
The word “knowingly” means with full awareness of the facts; deliberately. In plain terms, doing something on purpose, fully aware of what you're doing.
How do you use “knowingly” in a sentence?
Here is “knowingly” used in a sentence: “He knowingly broke the rules to win the race.”
What part of speech is “knowingly”?
“Knowingly” is an adverb.
Is “knowingly” a common word?
“Knowingly” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
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