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Definition
Erudite; of knowledge that is broad, profound, and vast.
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How it's used
This term is almost exclusively used in formal or literary contexts to describe someone with extensive academic or intellectual depth. It is rarely used in casual, everyday conversation to describe common knowledge or practical skills. Using it to describe someone who simply knows a lot of trivia can sound overly dramatic or sarcastic.
Examples
He has read so many books, his knowledge is truly profound.
How do you know so much? You are really erudite.
Related words
Common phrases
erudite and knowledgeable
possessing vast knowledge
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this to describe someone who is just 'smart' or 'clever', but it specifically refers to the breadth and depth of learned knowledge rather than general intelligence or wit.
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