Given
/ˈɡɪ.vən/
Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Scrabble:9 ptsWWF:12 pts5 letters
Definition of Given
verb
- (ditransitive) To move, shift, provide something abstract or concrete to someone or something or somewhere.
- (ditransitive) To estimate or predict (a duration or probability) for (something).
"I give it a 95% chance of success."
- To yield slightly when a force is applied.
- To collapse under pressure or force.
"One pillar gave, then more, and suddenly the whole floor pancaked onto the floor below."
- To provide, as, a service or a broadcast.
"They're giving my favorite show!"
noun
adjective
- Already arranged.
- Currently discussed.
- Particular, specific.
"No more than three people can be in that space at a given time."
- Assumed as fact or hypothesis.
"Given that we will get the resources, what do we want to achieve?"
- (with to) Prone, disposed.
"He was given to taking a couple of glasses of port at his club."
preposition
- Considering; taking into account.
"Given the current situation, I don't think that's possible."
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Synonyms & Antonyms
SYNONYMS
bendcedeflexmoveyieldestimateguesspredict
ANTONYMS
resistgetobtainreceivetake