What is another word for be conversant with?

Pronunciation: [biː kənvˈɜːsənt wɪð] (IPA)

The phrase "be conversant with" means to have knowledge, expertise or familiarity with a particular subject. There are several synonyms for this phrase that can be used interchangeably. Terms such as "acquainted with", "versed in", "familiar with", "proficient in", "adept in" and "skilled in" can all be used to convey the same meaning. Depending on the context in which the phrase is used, one of these synonyms may be more appropriate than the others. Regardless of the synonym used, the meaning conveyed remains the same - having knowledge, expertise or familiarity with a particular subject.

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A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Famous quotes with Be conversant with

  • It is not of the essence of mathematics to be conversant with the ideas of number and quantity.
    George Boole
  • Without Christ, sciences in every department are vain....The man who knows not God is vain, though he should be conversant with every branch of learning. Nay more, we may affirm this too with truth, that these choice gifts of God -- expertness of mind, acuteness of judgment, liberal sciences, and acquaintance with languages, are in a manner profaned in every instance in which they fall to the lot of wicked men.
    John Calvin

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