knowledgeable

adjective

knowl·​edge·​able ˈnä-li-jə-bəl 

: having or showing knowledge or intelligence

knowledgeability

ˌnä-li-jə-ˈbi-lə-tē 

noun

knowledgeableness noun

knowledgeably

ˈnä-li-jə-blē 

adverb

Synonyms

• acquainted
• informed
• familiar
• aware

Examples of knowledgeable in a Sentence

I'm fairly knowledgeable about wine.

knowledgeable historians regard that story as pure fiction

Recent Examples on the Web

Sarah Dermody, a psychology professor at Toronto Metropolitan University, says the change could be driven by the public becoming more knowledgeable about the health risks of consuming alcohol. —Ayana Archie, NPR, 14 Aug. 2025

This schedule must outline key touchpoints, responsibilities and learning objectives, so that the new hire can onboard rapidly and become knowledgeable about the product, your customers, the business growth model and team capabilities. —Mohit Agrawal, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025

In an interview, Heastie praises Mamdani as knowledgeable and honest. —Mark Chiusano, Time, 14 Aug. 2025

Over time, Lyles accumulated a reputation as one of the most knowledgeable people in city government, driven by process and policy. —Charlotte Observer, 14 Aug. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1825, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

knowledgeable

adjective

knowl·​edge·​able ˈnäl-ij-ə-bəl 

: having or showing knowledge or intelligence