Knack meaning

Noun: knack

Pronunciation: (nak)

Knack meaning:

• An ability, talent or special skill needed to do something.
• Clever way of doing something or a clever trick or strategy.

Synonyms: trick, stratagem, gimmick

Quotations: Jen Banford – There have been some times where our inexperience has shown through, but at other times, it’s been the complete opposite. They’ve shown a knack for handling big game.

Del Harris – He’s got a one-on-one game, a three-point game, a little post-up game and he has a knack for getting to the foul line. He really competes at the defensive end, too. He’s not going to make all-league defense, but for an offensive machine, he gives you a good defensive effort.

Charles Lamb – Some people have a knack of putting upon you gifts of no real value, to engage you to substantial gratitude. We thank them for nothing.

Tim Sullivan – He had a knack for getting involved with politicians in a positive, productive way. His persuasive ways got a lot of things done.

Sample sentences:

• I just feel like I have a knack for this. This is something I want to continue to do.
• He’s just got a knack for getting big hits.
• I wanted to come out aggressively and score early. When I do that this team has a knack of following my lead.
• The knack of flying is learning how to throw yourself at the ground and miss.