knowledgeable

adjective

knowl·​edge·​able ˈnä-li-jə-bəl How to pronounce knowledgeable (audio)
: having or showing knowledge or intelligence
knowledgeability noun
knowledgeableness noun
knowledgeably adverb

Examples of knowledgeable in a Sentence

I'm fairly knowledgeable about wine. knowledgeable historians regard that story as pure fiction
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This episode also showcases the importance of having good, knowledgeable peers in your life who can teach you valuable things. Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 26 Mar. 2025 After all, the role can be perceived as slightly dated; travelers have the ability to Google their destination or make dinner reservations directly from their phones instead of asking a knowledgeable member of the hotel’s team. Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 26 Mar. 2025 In my numerous interactions, their support agents have been consistently knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely helpful. Rowan Briggs, Mercury News, 25 Mar. 2025 Here’s how to stay ahead: Trusts And Legal Structures Work with a knowledgeable professional to ensure your asset protection vehicles, such as irrevocable trusts or LLCs, are structured correctly to withstand regulatory scrutiny while achieving your protection goals. Blake Harris, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for knowledgeable

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First Known Use

1825, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of knowledgeable was in 1825

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“Knowledgeable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/knowledgeable. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.

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knowledgeable

adjective
knowl·​edge·​able ˈnäl-ij-ə-bəl How to pronounce knowledgeable (audio)
: having or showing knowledge or intelligence

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