Definitions
Nave is a noun that refers to the central area of a church, extending from the main entrance or narthex to the chancel, usually flanked by aisles.
Example
The nave of the cathedral was filled with tourists.
Example
The wedding procession made its way down the nave of the church.
Knave is a noun that refers to a dishonest or unscrupulous man, especially one who exploits others for personal gain. It can also refer to a playing card bearing a picture of a young man.
Example
He was a knave who cheated at cards.
Example
The deck of cards was missing the knave of hearts.
Tips To Remember the Differences
Here are a few tips to easily distinguish the difference between these words while keeping in mind the description we've provided:
- To remember the difference between these two words, think of nave as a part of a church, and associate it with the word 'navey', which sounds similar to 'navy'. - For knave, associate it with the word 'naughty', which sounds similar and has a similar meaning of being dishonest or unscrupulous.
Remember this!
Remember, nave is a part of a church, while knave refers to a dishonest man.
