adj
Uncommon
versed
vurst
Versed (adj) means Skilled or knowledgeable, usually through study or practice. Example: “She is well versed in international law.”
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Skilled or knowledgeable, usually through study or practice.
"I mean no disrespect for such knowledge, if anyone really is versed in it – I do not want any more lawsuits brought against me by Meletus – but the fact is, gentlemen, that I take no interest in it."
— Plato, Socrates on Trial: The Apology (1954)
"She is well versed in international law."
"He became versed in the local customs after years of living abroad."
How to use versed
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishExperienced and knowledgeable about a particular subject.
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well versed in
versed in the art of
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- Comparative
- more versed
- Superlative
- most versed
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What does “versed” mean?
The word “versed” means skilled or knowledgeable, usually through study or practice. In plain terms, experienced and knowledgeable about a particular subject.
How do you pronounce “versed”?
“Versed” is pronounced vurst (/vɝst/ in IPA).
How do you use “versed” in a sentence?
Here is “versed” used in a sentence: “She is well versed in international law.”
What part of speech is “versed”?
“Versed” is an adjective.
Is “versed” a common word?
“Versed” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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