erudite
/ˈɛɹ.ʊ.daɪt/
Group 9Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Having or showing great knowledge or learning GRE
Example in Context
The erudite professor's lectures ranged effortlessly across disciplines, drawing connections between quantum physics and Renaissance art.
Synonyms
scholarlylearnedknowledgeable
Etymology
Coming from unrefined knowledge to a polished state — someone who is knowledgeable.
- e- (Latin) — out of
- rudis (Latin) — unrefined, rough
Memory Aid
📚Sounds like “air you die”
If you don’t study, the AIR YOU DIE from ignorance will be so THICK you’ll choke on it — be ERUDITE instead!
Visual Association
🎓A wise owl wearing glasses, surrounded by an endless pile of books and scrolls.
Semantic Clusters
Synonym Groups
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “erudite” mean on the GRE?
erudite (adjective) means “Having or showing great knowledge or learning”. The erudite professor's lectures ranged effortlessly across disciplines, drawing connections between quantum physics and Renaissance art.
How to remember “erudite” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “erudite” sounds like “air you die”. If you don’t study, the AIR YOU DIE from ignorance will be so THICK you’ll choke on it — be ERUDITE instead!
What are synonyms for “erudite”?
Common synonyms: scholarly, learned, knowledgeable.