a clear and certain mental apprehension
knowing (n.)
evidencing the possession of inside information
characterized by conscious design or purpose; intentional damage; a knowing attempt to defraud; a willful waste of time
[ Syn: intentional ]
alert and fully informed; a knowing collector of rare books; surprisingly knowledgeable about what was going on
[ Syn: knowledgeable ]
highly educated; having extensive information or understanding; knowing instructors; a knowledgeable critic; a knowledgeable audience
[ Syn: knowledgeable , learned , lettered , well-educated , well-read ]