well-versed
adjective
variants
or well versed
: having knowledge gained by close association, study, or experience : versed
—usually used with in
She is well-versed in the classics.
His star would continue to rise in the blues world, where he became known as an inventive, fiery guitar player well-versed in various shades of the blues.—
Eric Volmers
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—Patricia Hernandez, Rolling Stone, 10 Jan. 2025
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Patricia Hernandez, Rolling Stone, 10 Jan. 2025
Equipped with a team of expert adventurers that are well-versed in the natural splendor of Chile, this local company offers a diverse array of expeditions that span from heart-racing volcano summits to forays into some of the region’s most idyllic natural oases.
—Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
This is the perfect read for new collectors who want to be well-versed in the timepieces that every serious enthusiast knows.
—Cait Bazemore, Robb Report, 8 Jan. 2025
Romy is well-versed in the language of the post-#MeToo era.
—Louis Staples, Rolling Stone, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Well-versed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/well-versed. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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