knowledgeable

adjective

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

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Examples of knowledgeable in a Sentence

I'm fairly knowledgeable about wine. knowledgeable historians regard that story as pure fiction
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Many reviews mention that representatives and loan officers are easy to reach, knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. — Dan Simms, USA Today, 30 Aug. 2026 But don’t expect any gasps of shock from knowledgeable Boise foodies. — Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 28 Aug. 2026 Even advanced tracking and surveillance technology may not be able to counter the loss of knowledgeable human engagement amid these outbreaks. — Rebecca Schneid, Time, 26 Aug. 2026 Goalkeepers tend to be the most knowledgeable, and most players have a good understanding of the fundamentals, but a routine question about what constitutes a foul throw usually produces an incredibly high number of incorrect answers. — Graham Scott, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for knowledgeable

Word History

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 Sep. 2026.

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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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