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erudite

EHR-uu-dyt

Erudite (adj) means having or showing deep knowledge gained through extensive reading and study. Example: “Her erudite commentary impressed even the panel of experts.”

adj
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Having or showing deep knowledge gained through extensive reading and study.
"Her erudite commentary impressed even the panel of experts."
"He gave an erudite lecture on the history of Roman law."

How to use erudite

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishWell-read and deeply knowledgeable, especially in a bookish or scholarly way.

When to use it

A formal, somewhat elevated word — mostly used in writing about scholars, writers, or experts.

Easily confused with

Word forms

more erudite comparative, erudites plural, most erudite superlative

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Etymology

From Latin ērudītus, "trained, learned," originally meaning "freed from rudeness" — from e- ("out of") plus rudis ("rough, unskilled").

Origin: Latin

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Frequently asked questions

What does “erudite” mean?

The word “erudite” means having or showing deep knowledge gained through extensive reading and study. In plain terms, well-read and deeply knowledgeable, especially in a bookish or scholarly way.

How do you pronounce “erudite”?

“Erudite” is pronounced EHR-uu-dyt (/ˈɛɹ.(j)u.daɪt/ in IPA).

How do you use “erudite” in a sentence?

Here is “erudite” used in a sentence: “Her erudite commentary impressed even the panel of experts.”

What part of speech is “erudite”?

“Erudite” is an adjective.

Where does the word “erudite” come from?

The word “erudite” comes from Latin. From Latin ērudītus, "trained, learned," originally meaning "freed from rudeness" — from e- ("out of") plus rudis ("rough, unskilled").

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