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 of knowledgeable

• 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

There are exciting and compelling stories about the deepest of the deep, the most knowledgeable of the knowledgeable, the most passionate of the passionate collectors. — Larry Holder, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026

This is the creation of two of the most ardent and knowledgeable fans of Algren. — Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 15 Sep. 2026

Bolstered with dozens of taps and knowledgeable staffers, members of that class included O’Brien’s Pub, Blind Lady Ale House, Churchill’s Pub & Grille, Hamilton’s Tavern and Toronado San Diego. — Brandon Hernandez, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Sep. 2026

This is a perfect reminder that with the right support from a knowledgeable Travel Consultant, potential challenges can turn into wonderful memories. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Sep. 2026

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