ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Polymath

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈpɒlɪmæθ/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Polymath is a noun meaning A person with extraordinarily broad and comprehensive knowledge.

Meaning

A person with extraordinarily broad and comprehensive knowledge.

Example Sentences

To be thought and held Polumathes and Polihistors.
A bit of a polymath, he was crucial in the early development of the railways in this country.

Word Forms

Synonyms for polymath

Depending on context, synonyms include polyhistor.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include polyhistor, supergeneralist, omniglot, cognoscente, virtuoso, omniscient.

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