Meaning of know better | Babel Free
Definitions
- To recognize that a statement or belief is false or doubtful.
- To understand that certain behavior is wrongful, futile, or inappropriate.
Examples
“'Do you think, sir,' said Mr Willet, […] 'do you think, sir, that I'm a born fool?' 'No, no, Johnny,' returned Solomon, looking round upon the little circle of which he formed a part: 'We all know better than that.'”
“"Kapoor Brothers told us they had no books or records, but we knew better and were able to search and find them."”
“"All that happened when he was eight; he's older now and knows better."”
“[B]oth sides know better than to expect that U.S. special envoy Senator George Mitchell's shuttling between Jerusalem and Ramallah will be able to bridge the chasm between their demands.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.