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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Most people are well-versed in saving for retirement but less confident about withdrawing from their nest eggs.
—Bruce Helmer and Peg Webb, Twin Cities, 15 Feb. 2025
Another new nominee to a key NOAA leadership position, Taylor Jordan, is also well-versed in weather forecasting and technology, says Craig McLean, a former NOAA official who served across several previous administrations.
—Hansi Lo Wang, NPR, 15 Feb. 2025
The rise of tactical discussion in modern-day football means the average fan is far more well-versed in how their team is set up.
—Mark Carey, The Athletic, 9 Feb. 2025
Perez is well-versed in collectible markets outside of comics and sells a handful of pricey items throughout the year, helping the business stay afloat.
—Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 31 Jan. 2025
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Bruce Helmer and Peg Webb, Twin Cities, 15 Feb. 2025
Another new nominee to a key NOAA leadership position, Taylor Jordan, is also well-versed in weather forecasting and technology, says Craig McLean, a former NOAA official who served across several previous administrations.
—Hansi Lo Wang, NPR, 15 Feb. 2025
The rise of tactical discussion in modern-day football means the average fan is far more well-versed in how their team is set up.
—Mark Carey, The Athletic, 9 Feb. 2025
Perez is well-versed in collectible markets outside of comics and sells a handful of pricey items throughout the year, helping the business stay afloat.
—Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 31 Jan. 2025
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“Well-versed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/well-versed. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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