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Definition of knowable

knowable

/ˈnoʊ.ə.bəl/
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Adverb:knowably
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• adjective

1

Capable of being known, understood, ascertained, or apprehended through observation, inquiry, or reason.

Example

"Philosophers have long debated whether the ultimate nature of reality is fully knowable by the human mind."

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• Rhymes for knowable

• Nearby Words

knotweed
know
know-how
knowable
knower
knowhow
knowing

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English in the late 14th century from the verb 'know' and the suffix '-able', meaning capable of being known or understood.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Knowable. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 4, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/knowable
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