The word'knowlie'is derived from'Knowle Hospital',a mental hospital near Wickham,Hampshire.The term first became popular in the 90's when Swanmore secondary school leavers of '92 used it as an insulting term for fellow class mates,insinuating (rather unkindly) they should be locked away with the rest of the halfwits and misfits!
Stephanie and Jo sniggered as Alison arrived at the Jubilee Hall disco-'oh my god,look at what she's wearing-what a knowlie!!'
by Stephanie Bell February 27, 2008
Also commonly used as "gnowly", "knowlish" and "kneely". Derived from a Greek name Nolish Bedeka. Used to describe something awesome, great and/or very cool.
Similar to the common term "Gnarly", it is a better way to express the emotions arising from positive experiences. Initially discovered by the Ferreira Dias brothers, this term has been widely used by youngsters and adults alike.
Similar to the common term "Gnarly", it is a better way to express the emotions arising from positive experiences. Initially discovered by the Ferreira Dias brothers, this term has been widely used by youngsters and adults alike.
Did you see that Phil got the new Wii? Yeah, that was really knowly!!
I know this knowly place for us to go and have some drinks.
Happy Gilmore is one of the knowliest movies ever!! "You eat pieces of shit for breakfast?"... NOOOO"!
I know this knowly place for us to go and have some drinks.
Happy Gilmore is one of the knowliest movies ever!! "You eat pieces of shit for breakfast?"... NOOOO"!
by Lokey Dias April 1, 2008
by the_coolest_person_you_know June 7, 2020