CEFR B2

well-read

adjective

Meaning

Having or showing extensive knowledge gained from reading books and other written materials, often indicating a broad understanding of literature, history, and culture.

Examples

He was a well-read man, always ready to discuss philosophy or classic literature.
Her well-read nature made her an excellent conversationalist.

Synonyms: knowledgeable, erudite, learned, scholarly

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well-read (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌwɛl ˈrɛd/

Definition

Having or showing extensive knowledge gained from reading books and other written materials, often indicating a broad understanding of literature, history, and culture.

Examples

He was a well-read man, always ready to discuss philosophy or classic literature.
Her well-read nature made her an excellent conversationalist.
The professor's well-read insights impressed the students.

How to Use well-read

well-read in (collocation): Having extensive knowledge about a specific subject or field. — "He is particularly well-read in 19th-century European history."
well-read person (collocation): A person who has acquired a broad range of knowledge through reading. — "She is considered a well-read person by all who know her."

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