as in knowledge
the understanding and information gained from being educated
a scientist of impressive erudition but with a down-to-earth manner
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Recent Examples of erudition
That Justice Souter, in truth, does not is revealed by the many articles published since his passing, which tend to discuss his erudition, decency, and wit, and even his lunch, exercise, sartorial habits, and other charming New Englander quirks—but not so much in the way of influential writings.
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Jeannie Suk Gersen, New Yorker, 15 May 2025
Her meticulous research and historical erudition are legendary, and her belief in the magic of fashion is unwavering.
—Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 30 Apr. 2025
No erudition added to five paragraphs of very carefully worded, almost mollifying, explanation?
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 12 Apr. 2025
Decorated with frescoes, the complex draws inspiration from Greek culture, emphasizing themes of leisure and erudition.
—Fox News, 18 Jan. 2025
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Jeannie Suk Gersen, New Yorker, 15 May 2025
Her meticulous research and historical erudition are legendary, and her belief in the magic of fashion is unwavering.
—Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 30 Apr. 2025
No erudition added to five paragraphs of very carefully worded, almost mollifying, explanation?
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 12 Apr. 2025
Decorated with frescoes, the complex draws inspiration from Greek culture, emphasizing themes of leisure and erudition.
—Fox News, 18 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for erudition
Noun
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And ultimately, this open-mindedness to Inuit knowledge moved the science forward.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Oct. 2025
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In the scenario that Dynamite presents, with no knowledge of the missile’s source, Karbler believes a president would likely exercise restraint and think about the larger picture.—
Jake Kring-Schreifels,
Time,
27 Oct. 2025
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After all, in the early days of literacy, reading—now perhaps the paradigmatic example of a non-screen-time activity—was considered ominous; people reading silently to themselves might have seemed demented.—
Ian Bogost,
The Atlantic,
23 Oct. 2025
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Still, Medicare costs could even out depending on which parts recipients are accessing based on their needs, according to Alex Beene, a financial literacy instructor for the University of Tennessee at Martin.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Oct. 2025
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And, the scholarship money alone changed her life, Orlando emphasizes.—
Tabitha Parent,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
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At the event, Vonn takes pictures with a group of former scholarship recipients who now serve as youth ambassadors; in that role, these young women talk to adolescent girls about subjects like self-confidence, body image, and emotional intelligence.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
27 Oct. 2025
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Target leans back towards DEI Target last week highlighted its partnership with the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs that provides education and other services to Black founders of small businesses.—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
27 Oct. 2025
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Head Start provides free child care and early education to kids living in poverty, while also serving as a coordinator of services, like health care and food access, to their families.—
Beki San Martin,
Freep.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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What Happens Next The announcement from Meta today is less of a pullback from AI, according to Homkes, and more of a consequence of the company’s initial learnings with the technology.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Oct. 2025
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That apprenticeship and mentorship need to continue to be a formal part of our culture, a part of our learning environment.—
Fortune Editors,
Fortune,
22 Oct. 2025
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“Erudition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/erudition. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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