knowledgeable
/ˈnɒl.ɪ.d͡ʒə.bəl/
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Also seen as: knowledgeables
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Having knowledge, especially of a particular subject.
Adjective
Examples
a knowledgeable man
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Educated and well-informed.
Adjective
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
A person who has knowledge; an informed party.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “knowledgeable” mean?
Having knowledge, especially of a particular subject.
Is “knowledgeable” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.