well-versed

[wel-vurst]

adjective

1. highly experienced, practiced, or skilled; very knowledgeable; learned.

   He is a well-versed scholar on the subject of biblical literature.

well-versed

adjective

1. comprehensively knowledgeable (about), acquainted (with), or skilled (in)

Word History and Origins

Origin of well-versed¹

First recorded in 1590–1600

Example Sentences

Swift is already well-versed in keeping operations close to the vest and goes to great lengths to preserve the element of surprise in her personal life and career.

From BBC

"He's well-versed in the bush and there's caves up there, so it'll be a while before they find him, I think," a neighbour told the ABC.

From BBC

South Wales Police Insp Adrian Snook said the force was "well-versed" in organising these events, which "puts Cardiff in a really good, positive light".

From BBC

Nor is there any indication that he is well-versed in immigration or constitutional law.

From Los Angeles Times

Kaitlyn’s mother was an immigrant from Vietnam — scrappy and apparently well-versed in the subtleties of the IRS’ cash deposit policy.

From Los Angeles Times

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