Knew
4 lettersverbcommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
Past tense of 'know'; had knowledge or awareness of something.
“She knew the answer to every question on the test.”
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Silent K with EW ending, past tense form.
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Worth 11 points, includes high-value W.
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