know-all

The word “know-all” has 2 syllables: know-all

It's pronounced as /ˈnoʊ ˌɔl/


What is synonym and antonym for know-all?

In the thesaurus, “know-all” has 14 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for know-all along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for know-all

  • hotshot
  • know-it-all
  • show-off
  • smart alec
  • smart aleck
  • smartie
  • smarty
  • smarty-pants
  • weisenheimer
  • wise guy
  • wiseacre
  • wiseass
  • wisecracker
  • wisenheimer

Meanings of know-all

  • noun
    1. Someone who obnoxiously claims to be knowledgeable on a subject.

Example Sentences

  • Nobody likes a know-all who corrects everyone in the room.
  • He comes across as a know-all, even when he’s clearly wrong.
  • Being confident is good, but acting like a know-all can be annoying.
  • She was tired of his know-all attitude during meetings.
  • The teacher warned students not to behave like a know-all when working in groups.

On this page you'll find 14 synonyms or another words to know-all, such as: hotshot, know-it-all, show-off, smart alec, smart aleck, smartie, smarty.

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