well-versed
adjective
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or well versed
: having knowledge gained by close association, study, or experience : versed
—usually used with in
She is well-versed in the classics.
His star would continue to rise in the blues world, where he became known as an inventive, fiery guitar player well-versed in various shades of the blues.—
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John E. Jones Iii, The Conversation, 18 Apr. 2025
Pride and Prejudice will be directed by Lyn, who is well-versed in book-to-show adaptations after helming Netflix's Heartstopper, which was originally a comic book series.
—Jordana Comiter, People.com, 11 Apr. 2025
Fortunately, interior designers are well-versed in this area.
—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Apr. 2025
Paton’s entering his fifth draft in the big chair and is well-versed in the smoke-screen game that wafts around the league this time of year.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 4 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for well-versed
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“Well-versed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/well-versed. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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