ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Given

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈɡɪv.n̩/ · Part of speech verb

Quick meaning: Given is a verb meaning past participle of give.

Meaning

past participle of give.

More Meanings

  1. Considering; taking into account.
  2. A condition that is assumed to be true without further evaluation.
  3. Already arranged.
  4. Currently discussed.
  5. Particular, specific.
  6. Assumed as fact or hypothesis.
  7. (with to) Prone, disposed.

Example Sentences

Given the current situation, I don't think that's possible.
No more than three people can be in that space at a given time.
Given that we will get the resources, what do we want to achieve?
When evaluating this math problem, don't forget to read the givens.

Word Forms

Synonyms for given

Depending on context, synonyms include presumption, acknowledged, relinquished, conferred, bestowed, fixed.

Antonyms for given

Common opposites include taken.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include presumption, presupposition, granted, minded, precondition, specified.

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