Etymology · Proto-Indo-European
*ǵneh₃-
11 English words descend from Proto-Indo-European *ǵneh₃-, most common first.
- knowTo perceive the truth or factuality of; to be certain of; to be certain that.
- conTo study or examine carefully, especially in order to gain knowledge of; to learn, or learn by heart.
- keenOften with a prepositional phrase, or with to and an infinitive: showing a quick and ardent responsiveness or willingness; eager, enthusiastic, interested.
- notoriousOf a person or entity: generally or widely known for something negative; infamous.
- kithFriends and acquaintances.
- gnomonAn object such as a pillar or a rod that is used to tell time by the shadow it casts when the sun shines on it, especially the pointer on a sundial.
- kenningSight, view; specifically a distant view at sea.
- astrognosyKnowledge of the stars, especially the fixed stars; the branch of astronomy dealing with the fixed stars.
- couthFamiliar, known; well-known, renowned.
- inenarrableThat cannot be told; indescribable, inexpressible, unspeakable.
- quaintrelleA woman who is focused on style and leisurely pastimes.