1
as in acquainted
having information especially as a result of study or experience
versed in the latest developments in aeronautics
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2
as in skilled
having or showing exceptional knowledge, experience, or skill in a field of endeavor
well versed in the techniques of laser surgery
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as in informed
to give information to
while in prison, he versed himself in the rights of the incarcerated
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Recent Examples of versed
Rachel Monroe, New Yorker, 16 Sep. 2025
While Cherry is more versed at keeping her rage simmering just below the surface, Laura struggles to hide her anguish and disgust, which alarms those closest to her.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 10 Sep. 2025
In the past, polymaths became well versed in various disciplines and made important contributions to each.
—Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 4 June 2025
The Catholic Church’s social doctrine, in which Leo XIV is very well versed, establishes that the concrete economic policy solutions is not a matter of dogma but of prudential decisions.
—Alejandro Antonio Chafuen, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025
Some progressives within the church worry that the dozens of new cardinals Francis chose around the world will be less versed in Vaticanese and may be taken in by the sweetness of the unity siren.
—Jason Horowitz, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2025
Many of us now are well versed and much more advanced in our capability to deliver medicine through either telephone or video conferencing.
—Axios, 15 Oct. 2024
On the other hand, Baranski plays Agnes van Rhijn, a widow well versed and imersed in the old money crowd in New York City.
—Esther Kang, Peoplemag, 16 Sep. 2024
Those supports should be coming from the federal government, which is very well versed and equipped in providing them.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 26 June 2024
Benjamin Nathans
september 24, Literary Hub, 24 Sep. 2025
In an interview with CNN, Uber Mexico’s Safety Communication Manager Cecilia Roman noted that the company offers Spanish-speaking psychology and security experts as a resource to drivers, as well as a mental health helpline versed in gender issues specifically in Mexico.
—Ladan Anoushfar, CNN Money, 23 Sep. 2025
Whenever a vibe coder produces code, they are presented with an option to send the code to a specialist who is versed in vibe code cleanup.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
This can be a great option for those who aren’t as versed in what details to look out for, brand names, and other know-how that can help a pro spot a valuable piece without a doubt.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2025
But sending soldiers who are not well versed in policing increases the likelihood of mistakes.
—Luke William Hunt, The Conversation, 5 Sep. 2025
Both rely on new tech and know-how, the gang being especially well versed in the latter.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2025
Elliott is already well versed in the Sheridan-verse.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 22 Aug. 2025
Authorities have said the military veteran is well versed in wilderness survival.
—Nicole Acosta, People.com, 19 Aug. 2025
Adjective
Subscribers pay a monthly fee, typically less than fifty dollars, in order to have access to low-cost or no-cost legal representation from attorneys who are well versed in firearms law.
—Rachel Monroe, New Yorker, 16 Sep. 2025
While Cherry is more versed at keeping her rage simmering just below the surface, Laura struggles to hide her anguish and disgust, which alarms those closest to her.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 10 Sep. 2025
In the past, polymaths became well versed in various disciplines and made important contributions to each.
—Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 4 June 2025
The Catholic Church’s social doctrine, in which Leo XIV is very well versed, establishes that the concrete economic policy solutions is not a matter of dogma but of prudential decisions.
—Alejandro Antonio Chafuen, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025
Some progressives within the church worry that the dozens of new cardinals Francis chose around the world will be less versed in Vaticanese and may be taken in by the sweetness of the unity siren.
—Jason Horowitz, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2025
Many of us now are well versed and much more advanced in our capability to deliver medicine through either telephone or video conferencing.
—Axios, 15 Oct. 2024
On the other hand, Baranski plays Agnes van Rhijn, a widow well versed and imersed in the old money crowd in New York City.
—Esther Kang, Peoplemag, 16 Sep. 2024
Those supports should be coming from the federal government, which is very well versed and equipped in providing them.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 26 June 2024
Verb
While well versed in Russian literature, their ways of thinking were nonetheless stamped by different standards of rigor and universalism.
—Benjamin Nathans
september 24, Literary Hub, 24 Sep. 2025
In an interview with CNN, Uber Mexico’s Safety Communication Manager Cecilia Roman noted that the company offers Spanish-speaking psychology and security experts as a resource to drivers, as well as a mental health helpline versed in gender issues specifically in Mexico.
—Ladan Anoushfar, CNN Money, 23 Sep. 2025
Whenever a vibe coder produces code, they are presented with an option to send the code to a specialist who is versed in vibe code cleanup.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
This can be a great option for those who aren’t as versed in what details to look out for, brand names, and other know-how that can help a pro spot a valuable piece without a doubt.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2025
But sending soldiers who are not well versed in policing increases the likelihood of mistakes.
—Luke William Hunt, The Conversation, 5 Sep. 2025
Both rely on new tech and know-how, the gang being especially well versed in the latter.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2025
Elliott is already well versed in the Sheridan-verse.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 22 Aug. 2025
Authorities have said the military veteran is well versed in wilderness survival.
—Nicole Acosta, People.com, 19 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for versed
Adjective
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Caron became acquainted with NESN’s people during the 1994-95 NHL lockout, during which the network covered a number of the Pirates’ games while the Bruins weren’t playing, including a playoff series involving the Pirates and the Providence Bruins.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
29 Aug. 2025
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That's where Chad Volk, who opened LC Car Care in Lake Crystal in 2018, became well acquainted with the 2015 Edge.—
Jamie L. LaReau,
USA Today,
18 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Can Skjei, who’s skilled but had a nightmare first season in Nashville, bounce back?—
Harman Dayal,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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But in addition to his reputation as a womanizer, Casanova was also a con man, a skilled liar who came from a family of actors and who over the course of his life manipulated and tricked countless people to maintain wealth and status.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
6 Oct. 2025
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One person close to White House staff’s efforts to keep the president informed acknowledged that his information diet has narrowed since the first term.—
Ben Smith,
semafor.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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This information is also transmitted electronically to the pet’s current vet, ensuring vets remain better informed about lifestyle and care needs.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
6 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Spooky season is officially in full swing and Nashville's nightlife scene is getting a haunted makeover with Halloween pop-up bars transforming familiar haunts into eerie, immersive experiences.—
Mackensy Lunsford,
Nashville Tennessean,
2 Oct. 2025
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For those who aren’t familiar, RedZone is the NFL broadcast that whisks viewers around the league to the best moments of every game on Sundays.—
Charlotte Wilder,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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With the technology becoming increasingly adept at creating convincing crowd scenes, manipulating visuals has never been easier.—
Chloe Veltman,
NPR,
3 Oct. 2025
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Both Reinsve and Skarsgård give towering performances that will not be denied at Oscar time (for Best Actress and Supporting Actor, respectively), given that Neon, which bought the film at Cannes 2024 before production, is adept at playing the awards game.—
Anne Thompson,
IndieWire,
2 Oct. 2025
Verb
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How to best observe the October supermoon In order to achieve the most optimal view, lunar enthusiasts are advised to find an open, flat area with an unobstructed passage to the sky.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
6 Oct. 2025
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ChatGPTío The cast starred in an advert mocking ChatGPT, showing users being advised on everything from fashion to company logos.—
Nicholas Rice,
PEOPLE,
5 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Context-aware engineering analysis Unlike tools that work with isolated information, the Design Agent maintains full context across your entire project.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Oct. 2025
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Analysts are aware that overly bullish expectations may fall flat—even JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon has warned some parts of the current investment cycle will ultimately prove to be in a bubble.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Both are already reasonably proficient in this area.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
3 Oct. 2025
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So, the pilots need to be proficient at air-to-air refueling, a difficult task with a plane the size of a commercial jetliner like the E-3.—
Frederik Pleitgen,
CNN Money,
2 Oct. 2025
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“Versed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/versed. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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