Definition

To have knowledge or understanding about something.

Example

I ken the importance of studying for exams.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Do you ken anything about the new project at work?

Not much, I've been out of the loop lately.

I thought you might ken since you usually know everything.

I wish! I'll have to catch up with the team soon.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

The range of knowledge, understanding, or perception that someone has.

Example

The complex topic was beyond her ken, so she asked for help.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how much is beyond our ken?

Yeah, there are so many things we just don't understand.

It's kind of humbling to realize how limited our ken can be.

Definition

To know or be familiar with someone or something.

Example

I can ken the faces of my friends from a distance.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Do you ken the new guy in our class?

Yeah, I think I ken him from last semester.

Really? I didn't ken he was in your other class.

Root Explanation

The word 'ken' originates from Old English 'cennan', meaning to make known or to inform. It refers to the act of knowing or being aware of something.

Memory Tip

Think of 'ken' as a way of making something known or being aware of it — that's why it relates to knowledge.

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