Renaissance man

American  

noun

1. a cultured man of the Renaissance who was knowledgeable, educated, or proficient in a wide range of fields.

2. (sometimes lowercase) a present-day man who has acquired profound knowledge or proficiency in more than one field.

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Renaissance man British  

noun

1. a man of any period who has a broad range of intellectual interests

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Renaissance man Cultural  

1. An outstandingly versatile, well-rounded person. The expression alludes to such Renaissance figures as Leonardo da Vinci, who performed brilliantly in many different fields.

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Etymology

Origin of Renaissance man

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

He now owns a holding company, H. Walker Enterprises, which owns Renaissance Man Food Services, according to court records and Mr. Walker’s Senate financial disclosures.

From New York Times • Sep. 22, 2022

Walker’s unpredictable behavior has carried into his chicken business, now known as Renaissance Man Food Services, according to court filings.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 23, 2021

Editor’s Note: Danny Goldberg is the modern version of the Renaissance Man.

From Salon • Aug. 13, 2017

But the 37-year-old is pop music's very own Renaissance Man - investing in medicine, accumulating historical artefacts and compiling the ultimate coffee bible.

From BBC • Oct. 9, 2016

He is what one might call a Renaissance Man.

From The Verge • Aug. 3, 2016