What is another word for learn?

Pronunciation: [lˈɜːn] (IPA)

The word "learn" has many synonyms that can be used to express the same or similar meanings. Some of these synonyms include acquire, grasp, comprehend, master, understand, pick up, absorb, attain, gain, and assimilate. Each of these synonyms has its own subtle nuances and can be used in various contexts, depending on the desired emphasis. For example, "acquire" is often used to imply gaining knowledge through hard work, while "grasp" usually refers to a deeper understanding of a concept or idea. Whatever the context, having a variety of synonyms for "learn" can help you diversify your vocabulary and express yourself more effectively.

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What are the hypernyms for Learn?

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What are the opposite words for learn?

Antonyms for the word "learn" are terms that mean the opposite of this action. It is said to be a process of acquiring knowledge or skills. Unlearn, ignore, forget, and neglect are some of the words that represent the antonyms of learn. Unlearn refers to the process of discarding information that has been studied previously. Ignoring is an intentional choice to avoid learning something which can either be intentional or unintentional. When one is unable to remember something, they may be said to have forgotten it. Neglect, on the other hand, occurs when one fails to acquire or gain knowledge of a particular subject or topic.

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Usage examples for Learn

Harford has got us here to learn the truth.
"The Mermaid of Druid Lake and Other Stories"
Charles Weathers Bump
Unfortunately, it is little we can learn from Lazarus.
"The Expositor's Bible: The Gospel of St. John, Vol. I"
Marcus Dods
There's nothing more to learn here.
"The Eye of Dread"
Payne Erskine

Famous quotes with Learn

  • The more auditions you go on, the more you will learn not to take it personally.
    Paula Abdul
  • I think someone should explain to the child that it's OK to make mistakes. That's how we learn. When we compete, we make mistakes.
    Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
  • You can't win unless you learn how to lose.
    Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
  • If the word gets out, if the perception exists that by speaking to a CBS journalist you are, therefore, inevitably, immediately speaking to the police, I don't think there's any doubt but that people won't talk. And, therefore, the public won't learn.
    Floyd Abrams
  • If you learn one thing from having lived through decades of changing views, it is that all predictions are necessarily false.
    M. H. Abrams

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