given
noun · adjective
Simple meaning
A condition that is assumed to be true without further evaluation.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈɡɪvən
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
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noun
A condition that is assumed to be true without further evaluation.
adjective
Assumed as fact or hypothesis.
Already arranged.
Currently discussed.
Particular, specific.
with to
Prone, disposed.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- A1 · Beginner (estimated)
- Frequency
- Very Common
- Typical Use
- General English
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This meaning: A condition that is assumed to be true without further evaluation.
Used this way, given is a reasonably familiar word that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.
- Emotional tone
- Neutral
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Not strongly marked
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Matter-of-fact
- Usage feel
- Neutral and straightforward
Word Aura describes common impressions, not a measurement. Tone changes with sentence, speaker, relationship and situation.
More ways to use given
- “You were given clear instructions for the project earlier.”noun
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Word Family
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Compound terms
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The name that precedes the surname.
Have a tendency or disposition to do or be something.
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