KNOW-HOW Synonyms: 18 Similar and Opposite Words

know-how

noun

ˈnō-ˌhau̇

Definition of know-how

as in expertise

knowledge gained by actually doing or living through something you'll gain some practical know-how in this auto mechanics class

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Recent Examples of know-how Instead, the trend highlights how sometimes-latent creativity and innovation are often reignited by tectonic shifts in technology and know-how. — The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 31 July 2026 As experienced employees move on, years of relationships, decision-making experience and operational know-how disappear with them. — Kathy George, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026 To flex your sartorial know-how, combine trendy slouchy boots with an of-the-moment sheer dress. — Natalie Arroyo Camacho, InStyle, 27 July 2026 The Pentagon’s campaign of air strikes on Iranian targets, which is expanding again after weeks of a shaky cease-fire, has not put an end to Iran’s nuclear stockpiles or know-how, and has probably hardened its leaders’ resolve to attain a bomb. — Missy Ryan, The Atlantic, 22 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for know-how

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Noun

Raytheon supplied mission-system expertise, including sonar and electronics integration.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 11 Aug. 2026
Whether that includes external self-analysis alongside the expertise Brighton provide remains to be seen.

— Andy Naylor, New York Times, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of expertise

Noun

Others are just as deliberate about avoiding the front lines, gravitating toward technical or support specialties where the likelihood of direct combat is lower, but translating those skills to a civilian job may be smoother.

— Steven Beynon, ABC News, 17 Aug. 2026
Dern largely dominated the five-round co-main event, demonstrating superior skills throughout the contest.

— Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of skills

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From sneak peeks of new Disney movies and shows to first looks at new experiences and products, D23 is the place where news is made for fans of Disney's theme parks, characters and more.

— ABC News, ABC News, 15 Aug. 2026
Closer to the season is when teams shift from building towards the demands of competitive football to trying to replicate them, while giving as many players as possible that experience.

— George Edwards, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026

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