common knowledge

Something that is (or is believed to be) generally or widely accepted as true, whether or not it has been verified or officially recognized. It's common knowledge that corporate interests play a major role in directing politicians and the laws they create. A healthy diet and regular exercise are the best defense against disease—common knowledge at this point.

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Teodora	te-o-DAW-rah (Italian), te-o-DHO-rah (Spanish), te-aw-DAW-rah (Polish)	Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Swedish, Romanian, Polish, Bulgarian, Macedonian, Serbian
Gertie	GUR-tee (English), KHER-tee (Dutch)	English, Dutch
Primus	-	Late Roman
Amedeo	-	Italian
Nitzan	-	Hebrew
Sidney	SID-nee	English