given
/ˈɡɪvən/
preposition
- Taking into account; considering.
- Given the time constraints, we did our best.
- Given her experience, she was the best choice for the job.
- Given the weather, we decided to stay indoors.
adjective
- Specified or stated; particular.
- The teacher asked us to write about a given topic.
- At any given moment, thousands of people are flying across the ocean.
- You must complete the task within a given time frame.
- Inclined or disposed to do something; prone.
- She is given to long walks in the rain.
- The cat is given to hiding under the bed when strangers visit.
- He is not given to making hasty decisions.
- Already arranged or agreed upon; assumed.
- The given facts support her argument.
- It is a given that taxes will increase over time.
- Under the given conditions, we cannot proceed.
Synonyms
noun
- A basic fact or assumption that is accepted as true.
- In this equation, the speed of light is a given.
- We must treat customer satisfaction as a given in our business.
- It's a given that you need to study to pass the exam.
Synonyms