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

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Recent Examples of knowledge Using her training as a speech language pathologist, Marlee is handing over strength and knowledge to her son about his condition from a young age. Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 11 May 2025 Endeavors of this nature—highly precise measurements of a trace gas over many decades—require three basic inputs: knowledge, people, and money. Eric Morgan, Wired News, 10 May 2025 Despite being born into a socioeconomically challenging environment, Muhammad realized early that empowerment could come from knowledge. Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 10 May 2025 In the telling of Kelly and lead writer Davide Serino, also credited as co-creator, Carême attracts the interest of then-First Consul Bonaparte (Frank Molinaro) when his knowledge of natural remedies helps the leader recover from a mid-coital seizure. Alison Herman, Variety, 30 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for knowledge
Recent Examples of Synonyms for knowledge
Noun
  • Trump’s war on science is not making America healthy again.
    Jacqueline Howard, CNN Money, 13 May 2025
  • As part of a partnership between the New England Aquarium and the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy, Chisholm serves as citizen science coordinator for the Aquarium — verifying shark sighting reports made by the public and identifying legitimate sightings to be posted on Sharktivity.
    Rick Sobey, Boston Herald, 13 May 2025
Noun
  • Student and faculty literacy also must be prioritized.
    Dr. Aviva Legatt, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
  • Reading aloud to your child also helps develop language and literacy skills, says Al Otaiba.
    Sherri Gordon, Parents, 14 May 2025
Noun
  • Safety concerns are indifferent to days of the week, and increased awareness of the general and hunting public of each other’s presence and enjoyment of the outdoors are already well established in the state.
    Brandon Gleason, Hartford Courant, 16 May 2025
  • For instance, if your audience likes sports, launching ads during popular events can be a way to increase both brand awareness and sales even though the metrics will be hard to measure.
    Roman Vrublivskyi, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025
Noun
  • Speaking of what might be in store for the future, Ordonez does have words of wisdom for the next generation of CFOs.
    Jack McCullough, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
  • The prevailing wisdom going into tonight was that Boston had figured itself out, and that the Celtics were about to put their superiority on display the rest of the way.
    Sean Gregory, Time, 13 May 2025
Noun
  • Children facing emotional or behavioral challenges at this stage may struggle to build healthy peer relationships, which can affect their learning and self-esteem.
    Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 May 2025
  • Georgia Tech has responded by introducing a Bachelor of Science in Computational Data Science, replacing calculus-heavy curricula with coursework in data visualization and machine learning applications.
    Scott White, Forbes.com, 17 May 2025
Noun
  • Plus, no matter who's involved, humans have a natural tendency to pay close attention to danger and threats, especially if those threats have lurked without detection for so long.
    Charles Trepany, USA Today, 10 May 2025
  • Today, consumers are paying close attention to how and where public companies conduct business.
    Vidya Plainfield, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
Noun
  • Larger conversations about race, education and preparation are imperative.
    David Oliver, USA Today, 9 May 2025
  • The group focuses on education, research, and advocacy related to skin care.
    Alexandria Nyembwe, Health, 8 May 2025
Noun
  • These women deserve our appreciation and stemming from that, the planet deserves our mindfulness too.
    Dianne Plummer, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
  • Whether your tea preparation is simple or part of a more complex ritual, these actions may decrease stress and increase mindfulness.
    Andrew Weil, Flow Space, 8 May 2025

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“Knowledge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knowledge. Accessed 21 May. 2025.

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