Foreknowingly

/ˌfɔːrˈnoʊɪŋli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner that shows knowledge of something beforehand; with advance knowledge or awareness.

Etymology

From foreknowing + -ly adverb suffix. Indicates the manner in which something is done with prior knowledge.

Kelly Says

This adverb appears in philosophical arguments like 'He acted foreknowingly and therefore is responsible'—connecting to ancient debates about whether advance knowledge implies culpability.

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