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Vocabulary Entry
given
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
Something that is bestowed or granted.
Example Sentences
"The scholarship was a wonderful given for her education."
"His generosity was a given that everyone appreciated."
"In negotiations, a few givens were established before discussions began."
V
verb
To provide or supply (something) to someone.
Example Sentences
"She was given a chance to prove herself."
"The teacher has given assignments for the week."
"They were given an opportunity to travel abroad."
A
adjective
Accepted as true or certain without proof.
Example Sentences
"In this case, it’s a given fact that the sun rises in the east."
"He approached the situation with the given assumption that everyone was informed."
"It was a given rule that all students must attend the assembly."