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Definitions

versed

[vurst] / vɜrst /
ADJECTIVE
experienced, informed
Synonyms
STRONGEST
acquainted competent conversant knowledgeable practiced proficient skilled
STRONG
accomplished familiar learned qualified savvy seasoned trained up versant veteran
WEAK
abreast au courant au fait in the know practical tuned-in up on well-informed
Antonyms
STRONGEST
ignorant incompetent inept unable
STRONG
inexperienced unskilled
WEAK
green immature

Example Sentences

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It would need leaders well versed in politics, diplomacy, economics, and strategy.

From Slate • Feb. 9, 2026

Chris is well versed in global investing and a die-hard fan of quality stocks, wherever they are traded.

From Barron's • Jan. 9, 2026

She set the tone early by making pianist Mike Garson, best known for his work with David Bowie, but well versed in jazz and classical, the first artist she spoke to.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 7, 2026

Red Bull and Verstappen, meanwhile, are fully versed in this situation.

From BBC • Dec. 3, 2025

Not fully versed on the workings of the reactor, he was concerned that the seawater could lead to another explosion.

From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.