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Commongiven
The correct spelling is given.
How to pronounce given
/ˈɡɪ.vən/
verbIPA: /ˈɡɪ.vən/
Say it like: Jiv-en
The correct spelling is given. (ditransitive) To move, shift, provide something abstract or concrete to someone or something or somewhere. For example: "I give it a 95% chance of success."
Usage Examples
“I give it a 95% chance of success.”
“One pillar gave, then more, and suddenly the whole floor pancaked onto the floor below.”
“They're giving my favorite show!”
Meanings
verb
- 1.(ditransitive) To move, shift, provide something abstract or concrete to someone or something or somewhere.
- 2.(ditransitive) To estimate or predict (a duration or probability) for (something).
- 3.To yield slightly when a force is applied.
- 4.To collapse under pressure or force.
- 5.To provide, as, a service or a broadcast.
noun
- 1.A condition that is assumed to be true without further evaluation.
adjective
- 1.Already arranged.
- 2.Currently discussed.
- 3.Particular, specific.
- 4.Assumed as fact or hypothesis.
- 5.(with to) Prone, disposed.
preposition
- 1.Considering; taking into account.
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