all-knowing
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/ˌɔːlˈnoʊɪŋ/
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/ˌɔːlˈnəʊɪŋ/
omniscient
Etymology
Etymology Information
'all-knowing' originates from the combination of 'all' meaning 'entire' and 'knowing' from Old English 'cnāwan', meaning 'to know'.
Historical Evolution
'all-knowing' evolved from the Old English 'cnāwan', which meant 'to know', combined with 'all' to emphasize complete knowledge.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having knowledge of everything', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having complete or unlimited knowledge; omniscient.
The all-knowing narrator provided insights into every character's thoughts.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45