given
/'gɪvən/given
VERBDefinition of given
The past participle of give.
Example: On any given day, you're likely to see her there.
Given x means if x is true, happened, exists, etc.
Example: Given our current problems, I don't think we can spend any more.
Given that-clause means in consideration of the fact that-clause.
Example: Given that they are inexperienced, they've done a good job.
If someone is given to doing something, they do it regularly.
Example: My father's given to making long speeches about when he was a boy.
If someone is given to something, they wear, use, or do it often.
Example: When she got older, she was given to elegant clothes and long speeches.
given
EXAMPLESExamples of given
On any given day, you're likely to see her there.
Example sentenceGiven our current problems, I don't think we can spend any more.
Example sentenceGiven a number, we can find another number that is bigger.
Example sentenceGiven that they are inexperienced, they've done a good job.
Example sentenceMy father's given to making long speeches about when he was a boy.
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