knowledge

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How does the noun knowledge differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of knowledge are erudition, learning, and scholarship. While all these words mean "what is or can be known by an individual or by humankind," knowledge applies to facts or ideas acquired by study, investigation, observation, or experience.

rich in the knowledge of human nature

In what contexts can erudition take the place of knowledge?

While in some cases nearly identical to knowledge, erudition strongly implies the acquiring of profound, recondite, or bookish learning.

an erudition unusual even in a scholar

When would learning be a good substitute for knowledge?

The words learning and knowledge are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, learning applies to knowledge acquired especially through formal, often advanced, schooling.

a book that demonstrates vast learning

Where would scholarship be a reasonable alternative to knowledge?

In some situations, the words scholarship and knowledge are roughly equivalent. However, scholarship implies the possession of learning characteristic of the advanced scholar in a specialized field of study or investigation.

a work of first-rate literary scholarship

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of knowledge There is no more important relationship inside Halas Hall right now than the one between Williams and Johnson, with the latter looking to pour offensive knowledge into the former as fast as possible. Sean Hammond, Chicago Tribune, 17 Apr. 2025 The struggle for knowledge, truth, and justice requires forward movement even as the world changes, as ideas and policies are tested, and as cultures develop. Ars Staff, ArsTechnica, 17 Apr. 2025 Photo: Marvel At nine episodes (power of three, baby), Agatha All Along is a study in making choices with knowledge, understanding, and intention. Nola Pfau, Vulture, 17 Apr. 2025 Thankfully, Times contributor Emily Hochberg was willing to share her knowledge of free places to hike in and around the Coachella Valley. Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for knowledge
Recent Examples of Synonyms for knowledge
Noun
  • Tomar said the rise in skepticism comes from the COVID-19 pandemic, which fueled greater skepticism of science as a whole.
    Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
  • Newsletter Sign up for our email newsletter for the latest science news Living longer, healthier, and happier lives is a priority for many people.
    Stephanie Edwards, Discover Magazine, 18 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • It’s lived out in real-time, through team wellness programs, financial literacy workshops, intentional family support, and shared moments of joy.
    Jason Phillips, USA Today, 22 Apr. 2025
  • City Council should partner in programs to prioritize literacy, intervention, and normalizing trade programs.
    Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Even Julian Hector, former head of the BBC Studios Natural History Unit, called it the most influential Attenborough program in terms of conservation awareness.
    Boutayna Chokrane, Wired News, 22 Apr. 2025
  • Healing Appalachia, a music festival that raises awareness for and celebrates recovery from opioid addiction, is moving from West Virginia to eastern Kentucky this September with the fest’s co-founder Tyler Childers headlining alongside Chris Stapleton.
    Brittany Spanos, Rolling Stone, 21 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Socrates warned that putting words on paper would destroy memory, weaken wisdom, and dull the human mind.
    Ann Kowal Smith, Forbes.com, 18 Apr. 2025
  • Until Black Panther’s record breaking $235 million opening, conventional industry wisdom held that films with predominantly Black casts typically underperform financially overseas.
    Chris Lee, Vulture, 18 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Hugo’s success comes from adaptability, innovation, and constant learning.
    Jason Phillips, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2025
  • That’s because different students have different learning needs, for a variety of reasons.
    K. Dara Hill, The Conversation, 24 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Despite his rising stardom, Brunson has historically redirected attention to team success over individual accolades.
    Cynthia Pong, JD, Forbes.com, 27 Apr. 2025
  • At the time, then-Trump spokeswoman turned critic Stephanie Grisham slammed media attention of the jacket.
    Jay Stahl, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Many nonprofits work in these spaces, providing legal support or doing advocacy and education work.
    Annie Nova, CNBC, 26 Apr. 2025
  • Respondents want stable housing, job security, health care, education and a good partner and worry about larger forces like politics and climate change.
    Lisa Hagen, NPR, 25 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Techniques such as deep breathing exercises, progressive muscle relaxation, and mindfulness may help ease anxiety and swallowing problems.
    Lindsay Curtis, Health, 27 Apr. 2025
  • This would be an ideal time to practice mindfulness, stillness and serenity.
    Kyle Thomas, People.com, 27 Apr. 2025

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“Knowledge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knowledge. Accessed 1 May. 2025.

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