well-versed
adjective
variants
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.—
Eric Volmers
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—Jeff Howe, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2026
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CBS News, 10 Jan. 2026
While the 49ers are clearly well-versed in dealing with injury issues, running back Christian McCaffrey has been their stalwart this season.
—Jeff Howe, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2026
Oh-so rigid and diligent, Preston would make sure to be well-versed in literary history.
—Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 7 Dec. 2025
Having someone on-hand who was well-versed in the installation process proved to be necessary for me, as the TV box only came with screws for a wood wall mount.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 28 Nov. 2025
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“Well-versed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/well-versed. Accessed 18 Jan. 2026.
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