ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Well-read

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˌwɛl ˈɹɛd/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Well-read is an adjective meaning Well informed and knowledgeable through having read extensively.

Meaning

Well informed and knowledgeable through having read extensively.

Example Sentences

You've been through all of F. Scott Fitzgerald's books You are very well-read It's well known

Synonyms for well-read

Depending on context, synonyms include informed, knowledgeable, enlightened, knowing, educated, lettered.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include knowledgeable, informed, enlightened, learned, knowing, well-educated.

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