CultureAugust 19, 2026

polymathic

pol-ee-MATH-ik

Definition

Possessing a wide range of knowledge and expertise across many different fields of study.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek 'polymathes,' meaning 'having learned much,' which combines 'poly-' (many) and 'manthanein' (to learn).

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