given

Etymology

Morphologically give + -n.

verb

  1. past participle of give

prep

  1. Considering; taking into account.
    Given the current situation, I don't think that's possible.

noun

  1. A condition that is assumed to be true without further evaluation.
    When evaluating this math problem, don't forget to read the givens.

adj

  1. Already arranged.
  2. Currently discussed.
  3. Particular, specific.
    No more than three people can be in that space at a given time.
  4. Assumed as fact or hypothesis.
    Given that we will get the resources, what do we want to achieve?
  5. (with to) Prone, disposed.
    He was given to taking a couple of glasses of port at his club.

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