given

/ˈɡɪvən/
preposition
  1. 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
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
noun
  1. 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.
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