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
Bloomberg, Mercury News, 11 June 2026
Gilmore is well versed in TPA after using it during his almost nine years as chief investment strategist at Australia’s Future Fund, then later as CIO of New Zealand’s Superannuation Fund, which is designed to help the government pay for retirements, from 2019 to 2024.
—Bloomberg, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
Bergholm has a lot of fun with all these elements, and seasoned genre audiences — who are so very well versed in misdirection by now — should too.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 18 Feb. 2026
In her second session, Marissa has become versed on multiple legislative topics, including higher education and health care.
—Mike Trautmann, Des Moines Register, 15 Jan. 2026
The city is well-versed in honoring its past while giving new life to familiar places.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 13 Dec. 2025
The bartenders are well versed in all the classics, but their original creations are tempting.
—Laura Itzkowitz, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2025
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
Brian Steinberg, Variety, 16 June 2026
Nakase has spoken broadly about the challenge of making sure players are fully versed in what the coaching staff wants from them before putting them on the floor.
—Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 8 June 2026
Two Runner is buttressed by a cavalcade of boisterously rootsy country acts all deeply versed in their genre’s bloodlines, who freely celebrate them with aplomb.
—Aaron Davis, Sacbee.com, 29 May 2026
The Kardashians were professionally versed in treating the real as not quite real.
—Megan Garber, The Atlantic, 24 May 2026
According to Cotromano, the doctor overseeing her testing was not fully versed in the severity of Huntington's disease and lacked the bedside manner needed to deliver news about an incurable diagnosis.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
The most prevalent and efficient approach for HOA boards of directors is to rely on the decisions and recommendations of architectural review committees made up of volunteer owners who are independent from the directors and well versed on the association’s architectural guidelines.
—Nicole R. Kurtz, Miami Herald, 7 May 2026
Despite his lack of governance know-how, Pratt is versed in the art of spectacle.
—Lorraine Ali, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2026
But few knot theorists are versed in both these theoretical ideas and the computational considerations that go into devising invariants that are easy to calculate.
—Erica Klarreich, Quanta Magazine, 22 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Gilmore is well versed in TPA after using it during his almost nine years as chief investment strategist at Australia’s Future Fund, then later as CIO of New Zealand’s Superannuation Fund, which is designed to help the government pay for retirements, from 2019 to 2024.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 11 June 2026
Gilmore is well versed in TPA after using it during his almost nine years as chief investment strategist at Australia’s Future Fund, then later as CIO of New Zealand’s Superannuation Fund, which is designed to help the government pay for retirements, from 2019 to 2024.
—Bloomberg, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
Bergholm has a lot of fun with all these elements, and seasoned genre audiences — who are so very well versed in misdirection by now — should too.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 18 Feb. 2026
In her second session, Marissa has become versed on multiple legislative topics, including higher education and health care.
—Mike Trautmann, Des Moines Register, 15 Jan. 2026
The city is well-versed in honoring its past while giving new life to familiar places.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 13 Dec. 2025
The bartenders are well versed in all the classics, but their original creations are tempting.
—Laura Itzkowitz, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2025
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
Verb
During the coronavirus pandemic, Scanlon began using whiteboards and creating skits on social media to explain markets and economic trends for audiences not versed in financial markets.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 16 June 2026
Nakase has spoken broadly about the challenge of making sure players are fully versed in what the coaching staff wants from them before putting them on the floor.
—Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 8 June 2026
Two Runner is buttressed by a cavalcade of boisterously rootsy country acts all deeply versed in their genre’s bloodlines, who freely celebrate them with aplomb.
—Aaron Davis, Sacbee.com, 29 May 2026
The Kardashians were professionally versed in treating the real as not quite real.
—Megan Garber, The Atlantic, 24 May 2026
According to Cotromano, the doctor overseeing her testing was not fully versed in the severity of Huntington's disease and lacked the bedside manner needed to deliver news about an incurable diagnosis.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
The most prevalent and efficient approach for HOA boards of directors is to rely on the decisions and recommendations of architectural review committees made up of volunteer owners who are independent from the directors and well versed on the association’s architectural guidelines.
—Nicole R. Kurtz, Miami Herald, 7 May 2026
Despite his lack of governance know-how, Pratt is versed in the art of spectacle.
—Lorraine Ali, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2026
But few knot theorists are versed in both these theoretical ideas and the computational considerations that go into devising invariants that are easy to calculate.
—Erica Klarreich, Quanta Magazine, 22 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for versed
Adjective
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Hoffman’s mother, when Scheiber later speaks to her, is well acquainted with this flavor of incredulity.—
Molly Fischer,
New Yorker,
15 June 2026
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Our niece became acquainted with a man through a website.—
Jeanne Phillips,
Mercury News,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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Blending ego and empathy, Chung delivered a skilled performance that may well win over Emmy voters in the supporting actor (drama) category this cycle.—
K.J. Yossman,
Variety,
19 June 2026
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In addition to being a great student, Maddie is a skilled softball player, which her mom Jamie Lynn bragged about in May 2022.—
Sydni Ellis,
PEOPLE,
18 June 2026
Verb
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They were informed about the body from a 911 call.—
Riley Rourke,
CBS News,
20 June 2026
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Prioritize safety, stay impeccably informed, and assume responsibility to shield lives and property.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
19 June 2026
Adjective
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Construction outside the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center has become a familiar sight in downtown Dallas since July 2025.—
Dawn White,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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The park has seven lands − all tied to franchises kids are already familiar with.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
Adjective
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D’Souza, in the signature quarter-zip of the startup tribesmen, exuded the confidence and finesse of someone long adept at raising money.—
Gary Baum,
HollywoodReporter,
12 June 2026
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The one percent of star artists aren’t immune from these challenges, though some are more adept at navigating them.—
Shirley Halperin,
Rolling Stone,
12 June 2026
Verb
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Cooper is expected to be in court on Wednesday to be advised of the charge of second-degree assault- strangulation, as well as Cooper, 28, third-degree assault- knowingly or recklessly causing injury, a misdemeanor.—
Alan Gionet,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
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The Eastlands’ supporters had seemingly been advised against wearing green.—
Karen Valby,
Vanity Fair,
16 June 2026
Adjective
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Another way to stay hydrated is to avoid drinking alcohol, because alcoholic beverages cause dehydration and also make people less aware of heat illness symptoms, says Vanos.—
Rebecca Hersher,
NPR,
17 June 2026
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The mayor and the police department should’ve been more aware of the possibility of this happening from previous incidents and prepared for it.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
17 June 2026
Adjective
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In the last year of district control, about 12% of Locke students tested as proficient in English Language Arts, and about 3% in math.—
Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
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States have since haltingly rolled out standards for history education, but after 30 years of reform, students’ performance on history exams has slightly declined—just 14 percent are rated proficient.—
Yoni Appelbaum,
The Atlantic,
8 June 2026
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“Versed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/versed. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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