erudite
Pronunciation
Adjective
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Quick answer
Having or showing great knowledge, gained mainly through study.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
scholarly
learned
Antonyms
ignorant
uneducated
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The professor gave an _____ lecture on ancient philosophy."
Answer: erudite
In your own words, what does "erudite" mean?
Having or showing great knowledge, gained mainly through study.
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