Knowingness and Simplemindedness

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Knowingness noun - Exceptional discernment and judgment especially in practical matters.

Usage example: all the knowingness that comes from 20 years in the police department was evident in his appraisal of the situation

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Simplemindedness is an antonym for knowingness.

Simplemindedness noun - The quality or state of being simple and sincere.

Usage example: the simplemindedness of the villagers was at times winning and at others worrisome

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Knowingness is an antonym for simplemindedness.

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