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learnedhaving or showing great knowledge or learning; scholarly

Part of speech: ADJECTIVE

Definition: having or showing great knowledge or learning; scholarly

Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈlɜːrnɪd/

Korean meaning: 박식한, 학식이 깊은

Korean pronunciation: **러**닛

Example Sentences

  • The learned cat refused to chase mice, preferring to read philosophy books instead.
  • He learned that being learned doesn't always make you popular at parties.
  • The learned judge quoted legal precedents from the 18th century.

learned

ADJECTIVE

//ˈlɜːrnɪd//

having or showing great knowledge or learning; scholarly

learned concept
💡 Concept

an elderly professor with glasses and a beard gestures confidently while explaining complex concepts to a small group of students gathered around him. Multiple open books, ancient manuscripts, and reference materials are spread across the wooden table before them. The students lean in with fascination as the professor connects ideas from different fields of study with ease. His vast knowledge becomes apparent as he references various historical events, scientific principles, and literary works without needing to consult any books. The students take notes eagerly while exchanging impressed glances at each other. One student points to a passage in a book, and the professor immediately provides detailed context and analysis. someone having great knowledge and learning through scholarly expertise

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🎤Pronunciation

🇺🇸 US/ˈlɜːrnɪd/
🇬🇧 UK/ˈlɜːnɪd/

🌳Etymology

Rootlearn
Suffix--ed

Origin

From Old English 'leornian' meaning 'to learn or study.' The adjective form developed to describe someone who has acquired extensive knowledge through study.

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🎵Rhyme

earnedturnedburnedyearned
earned
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burned
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📝Examples

😄 Fun example

The learned cat refused to chase mice, preferring to read philosophy books instead.

😄 Fun example

He learned that being learned doesn't always make you popular at parties.

The learned judge quoted legal precedents from the 18th century.

She learned to appreciate the learned discussions at university.

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📚Related Words

Synonyms

scholarlyeruditeknowledgeableeducatedacademic

Antonyms

ignorantunlearnedilliterate

Related

scholarlearningeducationwisdomintellectual