Word: Learned

Pronunciation

/ˈlɜːrnd/

Definitions

• Adjective: Having acquired knowledge through study or experience; well-informed or educated. For example: “He’s a learned scholar who specializes in ancient history.”
• Past participle Verb: (of a person) having gained knowledge or skill by studying or being taught. For example: “She has learned several languages during her travels abroad.”

Adjective Usage

• “The professor is a very learned man with a vast understanding of literature.”
• “Through years of practice, she became a learned musician familiar with various instruments.”

Past Participle Verb Usage

• “By the time he graduated, he had learned how to code complex algorithms.”
• “Over the summer, they learned how to cook traditional French cuisine.”

Phrases

• “Learned behavior”: Actions that are acquired through experience rather than instinct.
• “Learned helplessness”: A psychological state where an individual feels unable to control their circumstances, even when they have the ability to do so.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “The learned discussion among the panelists was impressive.”
• Past Participle Verb: “Throughout his lifetime, he learned from every challenge he faced.”

Synonyms

• Educated
• Scholarly
• Well-read
• Erudite
• Knowledgeable
• Experienced