knowledge

noun
UK: /ˈnɒlɪdʒ/
US: /ˈnɑːlɪdʒ/

  1. Understanding of a subject that you get by experience or study.

    1. He has knowledge of history. [ ] [ ]
    2. Her knowledge about computers helped her get a job in the tech industry. [ ] [ ]

  2. Awareness or understanding of a fact or situation.

    1. I have no knowledge of that. [ ] [ ]
    2. To my knowledge, nobody has ever solved this particular problem before. [ ] [ ]

  3. Information and skills acquired through experience or education; the theoretical or practical understanding of a subject.

    1. She demonstrated extensive knowledge of the subject. [ ] [ ]
    2. The course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed for the job. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

intelligence understanding awareness information expertise wisdom learning

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "knowledge" in English means: Understanding of a subject that you get by experience or study., Awareness or understanding of a fact or situation., Information and skills acquired through experience or education; the theoretical or practical understanding of a subject..

The phonetic transcription of "knowledge" is /ˈnɒlɪdʒ/ in British English and /ˈnɑːlɪdʒ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "knowledge": intelligence, understanding, awareness, information, expertise, wisdom, learning.

Example usage of "knowledge": "He has knowledge of history.". More examples on the page.