erudition
nounUK /ˌer.ʊˈdɪʃ.ən/
US /ˌer.juˈdɪʃ.ən/
Knowing a lot because you have read and studied many things.
Her erudition impressed everyone at the book club.
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2. Deep, wide knowledge gained from reading and study.
The professor's erudition made every lecture fascinating.
3. The quality of showing great academic knowledge.
His erudition was clear from the many books he quoted.
4. Formal learning in a particular subject.
She was known for her erudition in ancient history.