What is another word for hear of?

Pronunciation: [hˈi͡əɹ ɒv] (IPA)

The phrase "hear of" commonly refers to becoming aware of something. However, there are various synonyms that can be used to express a similar meaning. For instance, "learn of" can be used to indicate acquiring knowledge about something. "Discover" implies finding out about something that was previously unknown. "Come across" or "encounter" suggest stumbling upon something unexpectedly. "Perceive" or "discern" indicate becoming aware of something through observation or insight. "Be informed" implies receiving information or news about something. By using these synonyms, writers and speakers can add variety and interest to their language, and convey their messages more effectively.

What are the hypernyms for Hear of?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Famous quotes with Hear of

  • My Latin temper blows up pretty fast, but it goes down just as fast. Maybe that's why you seldom hear of ulcers in Latin America.
    Desi Arnaz
  • When I hear of an 'equity' in a case like this, I am reminded of a blind man in a dark room - looking for a black hat - which isn't there.
    Charles Bowen
  • There is no such thing as an ugly language. Today I hear every language as if it were the only one, and when I hear of one that is dying, it overwhelms me as though it were the death of the earth.
    Elias Canetti
  • I was very sad to hear of the death of Ronnie Barker, who was such a warm, friendly and encouraging presence to have when I started in television. He was also a great comic actor to learn from.
    John Cleese
  • I was glad to hear of that determination as I detest the practice of cousins marrying or any marriage between persons in which there can be traced the most distant relationship. I go for the improvement instead of the deterioration of our race.
    Ezra Cornell

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