omniscient
/ɒmˈnɪsɪənt/
Group 33Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Knowing everything GRE
Example in Context
The novel's omniscient narrator moved freely between characters' thoughts, giving readers access to motivations that the characters themselves did not fully understand.
Synonyms
all-knowingwisegod-like
Etymology
Knowing all things — like an all-knowing brainiac.
- omni- (Latin) — all
- scient (Latin) — to know
Memory Aid
🤓Sounds like “omni-shit”
Picture a nerdy guy saying, 'I know OMNI-SHIT about everything — from black holes to banana peels!'
Visual Association
🌌A wise old owl perched on a book, gazing over a vast universe of knowledge.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “omniscient” mean on the GRE?
omniscient (adjective) means “Knowing everything”. The novel's omniscient narrator moved freely between characters' thoughts, giving readers access to motivations that the characters themselves did not fully understand.
How to remember “omniscient” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “omniscient” sounds like “omni-shit”. Picture a nerdy guy saying, 'I know OMNI-SHIT about everything — from black holes to banana peels!'
What are synonyms for “omniscient”?
Common synonyms: all-knowing, wise, god-like.