knowledgeable

adjective

knowl·​edge·​able ˈnä-li-jə-bəl 

: having or showing knowledge or intelligence

knowledgeability

ˌnä-li-jə-ˈbi-lə-tē 

noun

knowledgeableness noun

knowledgeably

ˈnä-li-jə-blē 

adverb

Synonyms

• abreast
• acquainted
• au courant
• conversant
• familiar
• informed
• up
• up-to-date
• versed
• well-informed

Examples of knowledgeable in a Sentence

I'm fairly knowledgeable about wine.

knowledgeable historians regard that story as pure fiction

Recent Examples on the Web

As an entrepreneur, surrounding yourself with a knowledgeable and experienced team is essential. —Ivan Lunegov, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024

The industry is constantly evolving, and the people who are knowledgeable and adaptable will always have an edge. —Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Oct. 2024

Home Depot also demystified the mechanics of plumbing, electrical wiring and construction, staffing stores with knowledgeable salespeople who could answer shoppers' questions and guide them to the proper equipment. —Lee Habeeb, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024

Each tasting is led by knowledgeable wine educators. —Shivani Vora, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1825, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

knowledgeable

adjective

knowl·​edge·​able ˈnäl-ij-ə-bəl 

: having or showing knowledge or intelligence