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giv·en
 given
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- pronunciation:
- gI
v
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- parts of speech:
- verb, noun, adjective, preposition
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, adjective), Word Explorer
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verb |
| definition: |
past participle of "give."
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noun |
| definition: |
something already known, proven, or assumed to be true.
It is a given that he will be late. |
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fact |
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adjective |
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accepted by all as a fact.
Given that the bridge is close to collapse, the city will have to take immediate action.Given that A equals B and B equals C, we know that A must be equal to C.- antonyms:
- despite
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| part of speech: |
preposition |
| definition: |
considering; in view of.
Given the icy roads, it's best not to travel today. |
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