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knave

[neɪv]

knave Definition

  • 1a dishonest or unscrupulous man
  • 2a male servant

Using knave: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "knave" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He was a knave who cheated at cards.

  • Example

    The knave stole the queen's jewels.

  • Example

    The king's knave was loyal and trustworthy.

  • Example

    The knave of hearts stole the tarts.

knave Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for knave

Phrases with knave

  • jack of all trades, master of none

    a person who can do many things but is not an expert in any of them

    Example

    He's a knave, a jack of all trades, master of none.

  • play the knave

    to behave in a dishonest or unscrupulous way

    Example

    He played the knave and cheated his way to the top.

  • knave's castle

    a term used in card games to describe a hand with no face cards

    Example

    He was dealt a knave's castle and had to rely on low cards to win.

Origins of knave

from Old English 'cnafa', meaning 'boy, male servant'

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Summary: knave in Brief

The term 'knave' [neɪv] refers to a dishonest or unscrupulous man, as well as a male servant. It is often used in literature and card games, such as 'The knave of hearts stole the tarts.' 'Knave' also appears in phrases like 'jack of all trades, master of none,' denoting a person who can do many things but is not an expert in any of them.