Know Nothing

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Pronunciation: /noʊ ˈnʌθɪŋ/

Definitions of know nothing

noun a person who lacks knowledge or information about a particular subject

Example Sentences

A1 I know nothing about cooking.

A2 She knows nothing about the new project.

B1 The students admitted they know nothing about the topic.

B2 Despite his confidence, he knows nothing about the subject.

C1 The expert claimed to know nothing about the advanced technology.

C2 The professor's research revealed that he knows nothing about the ancient civilization.

verb to have no knowledge or information about something

Example Sentences

A1 I know nothing about cooking.

A2 She knows nothing about fixing cars.

B1 They know nothing about the history of this town.

B2 He knows nothing about the latest technology trends.

C1 The scientist knows nothing about the potential side effects of the new drug.

C2 The CEO knows nothing about the day-to-day operations of the company.

adjective lacking knowledge or information about a particular subject

Example Sentences

A1 I know nothing about cooking.

A2 She knows nothing about the history of this city.

B1 They know nothing about the new project at work.

B2 He knows nothing about the legal implications of signing that contract.

C1 The expert admitted he knew nothing about the advanced technology being used.

C2 Despite his years of experience, he claimed to know nothing about the inner workings of the company.

Examples of know nothing in a Sentence

formal It is evident that the suspect knows nothing about the crime.

informal I really know nothing about fashion trends these days.

slang She acts like she knows nothing, but she's actually quite knowledgeable.

figurative In the vast ocean of knowledge, I sometimes feel like I know nothing at all.

Grammatical Forms of know nothing

past tense

knew nothing

plural

know nothings

comparative

know less

superlative

know least

present tense

know nothing

future tense

will know nothing

perfect tense

have known nothing

continuous tense

is knowing nothing

singular

knows nothing

positive degree

know everything

infinitive

to know nothing

gerund

knowing nothing

participle

known nothing

Origin and Evolution of know nothing

First Known Use: 1854 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The term 'know nothing' originated as a derogatory nickname for the members of the American political party known as the Know Nothing movement.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the phrase 'know nothing' has evolved to refer to someone who lacks knowledge or is ignorant about a particular subject.