Having been familiar or recognized for a long time; known from the past or from experience.
1. From a young age, I have always known that I wanted to be a doctor. 2. The truth is, I have always known that this relationship was not right for me.
1. "I've always known I was a star, and now the rest of the world seems to agree with me." Freddie Mercury, lead singer of Queen 2. "I've always known that I was destined for greatness." Oprah Winfrey, media executive and talk show host