How Do You Spell KNOWINGLY?

Pronunciation: [nˈə͡ʊɪŋlɪ] (IPA)

The word "knowingly" is spelled with a silent "k" at the beginning, followed by the "n" sound (/n/). The "o" and "w" together create the /noʊ/ sound, while the "i" and "g" blend to form the /ɪŋ/ sound at the end. The emphasized syllable is "-know-", pronounced as /noʊ/. This word refers to doing something intentionally or with full knowledge of its consequences. It is essential to spell it correctly for clear communication in written communication.

KNOWINGLY Meaning and Definition

1. Knowingly is an adverb used to describe an action or behavior performed with conscious awareness or intentional understanding of a specific fact, information, or circumstance. It refers to having knowledge or being aware of something, whether it is a piece of factual information, a situation, or an fact-based decision.

   When one engages in an action "knowingly," it implies that they possess sufficient cognitive awareness or understanding of the potential consequences or implications of their actions. It reflects a deliberate choice made with full consciousness and comprehension, as opposed to an accidental or unknowing act.

   This term is often employed in legal contexts where it is essential to determine the intention or awareness of an individual. For instance, knowingly committing a crime implies that the person intentionally and consciously engaged in illegal activity. It suggests a level of active participation with awareness of one's actions and their potential outcomes.

   Moreover, "knowingly" can be used to convey the possession of certain information or a state of familiarity with a particular topic. For instance, if someone is knowingly spreading false information, it suggests that they are aware that it is untrue and are intentionally disseminating such information. In this context, "knowingly" highlights the intention behind the action, reflecting a conscious choice rather than an accidental or inadvertent behavior.

Top Common Misspellings for KNOWINGLY *

• knowlingly 46.6666666%
• knowinly 8.8888888%
• knowningly 6.6666666%
• knwingly 4.4444444%
• knownly 4.4444444%
• uknowingly 2.2222222%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

Other Common Misspellings for KNOWINGLY

• knowenly
• nowingly
• knowigly
• knwoingly
• knoweingly

Etymology of KNOWINGLY

The word "knowingly" is derived from the base word "know", which can be traced back to the Old English word "cnāwan" or "cnāwian", meaning "to know, be able to interpret, perceive, understand". This Old English word is related to the Proto-Germanic word "*knewan" and the Gothic word "knawan", which all share the same meaning. The "-ing" suffix in "knowingly" derives from the Old English "-ende" or "-and" suffix, primarily used to form present participles. Overall, "knowingly" came together to represent the adverbial form of "know".

Similar spelling words for KNOWINGLY

• knowing,
• knowingness.