Knew

verb

1. To perceive the truth or factuality of; to be certain of or that.

   "He knew something terrible was going to happen."

2. To be aware of; to be cognizant of.

   "Did you know Michelle and Jack were getting divorced? ― Yes, I knew."

3. To be acquainted or familiar with; to have encountered.

   "I know your mother, but I’ve never met your father."

4. To experience.

   "Their relationship knew ups and downs."

5. To be able to distinguish, to discern, particularly by contrast or comparison; to recognize the nature of.

   "I wouldn't know one from the other."