ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Erudite

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈɛɹ.ʊ.daɪt/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Erudite is an adjective meaning Learned, scholarly, with emphasis on knowledge gained from books.

Meaning

Learned, scholarly, with emphasis on knowledge gained from books.

More Meanings

  1. a learned or scholarly person

Example Sentences

She was praised for her erudite contributions to the academic journal.
His erudite knowledge of ancient history made him a sought-after speaker.
The professor gave an erudite lecture that impressed everyone in the audience.
Perhaps his erudite mind does not quite yet grasp how to transform his beloved scholarly explorations into effective papal politics.

Word Forms

Synonyms for erudite

Depending on context, synonyms include academical, clueful, cultivated, educated, knowledgeable, knowledgeful.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include learned, scholarly, professorial, book-learned, recondite, literate.

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