/ˈɡɪv.n̩/
OriginMorphologically give + -n.
- form-of, participle, pastpast participle of give
- Considering; taking into account.
“Given the current situation, I don't think that's possible.”
- A condition that is assumed to be true without further evaluation.
“When evaluating this math problem, don't forget to read the givens.”
- Already arranged.
“If eventually we can't make it at the given time, we'll phone you to let you know, don't worry.”
- Currently discussed.
- Particular, specific.
“No more than three people can be in that space at a given time.”
- Assumed as fact or hypothesis.
“Given that we will get the resources, what do we want to achieve?”
- Prone, disposed.
“He was given to taking a couple of glasses of port at his club.”
Formsgiv'n(alternative) · givens(plural) · more given(comparative) · most given(superlative) · Givens(plural) · Givhan(alternative)