knowledgeable
NOL-ih-juh-buhl
Knowledgeable (adj) means having a lot of knowledge, especially about a particular subject. Example: “The tour guide was extremely knowledgeable about local history.”
adj
1
Having a lot of knowledge, especially about a particular subject.
"The tour guide was extremely knowledgeable about local history."
"The shop assistant was very knowledgeable and recommended the right camera for me."
"My grandfather is knowledgeable about birds and names each one we see."
How to use knowledgeable
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishWell-informed; knowing a lot about something.
Common pairings
knowledgeable about
a knowledgeable staff member
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Word forms
- Plural
- knowledgeables
- Comparative
- more knowledgeable
- Superlative
- most knowledgeable
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Etymology
From knowledge plus -able.
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What does “knowledgeable” mean?
The word “knowledgeable” means having a lot of knowledge, especially about a particular subject. In plain terms, well-informed; knowing a lot about something.
How do you pronounce “knowledgeable”?
“Knowledgeable” is pronounced NOL-ih-juh-buhl (/ˈnɑ.lɪ.d͡ʒə.bəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “knowledgeable” in a sentence?
Here is “knowledgeable” used in a sentence: “The tour guide was extremely knowledgeable about local history.”
What is the opposite of “knowledgeable”?
The opposite of “knowledgeable” — its antonyms — is unknowledgeable.
What part of speech is “knowledgeable”?
“Knowledgeable” is an adjective.
Is “knowledgeable” a common word?
“Knowledgeable” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
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