Given meaning

What does “given” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“given” is a noun and adjective with 3 meanings. Its most common meaning is: an assumption that is taken for granted.

given

noun

  1. an assumption that is taken for granted

adjective

  1. acknowledged as a supposition

    “given the engine's condition, it is a wonder that it started”

    Synonymsgranted
  2. (usually followed by `to') naturally disposed toward

    “he is apt to ignore matters he considers unimportant”

    “I am not minded to answer any questions”

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University