adjective

conversant

conversant, familiar, knowledgeable

She is conversant with modern art.

She is conversant with modern art.

He is fully conversant in three languages.

He is fully conversant in three languages.

((with sth.)) to be knowledgeable about (sth.) She is conversant with modern art.

((in sth.)) to be fluent in (a language) He is fully conversant in three languages.

Synonyms: knowledgeable, familiar, well-versed; Antonyms: ignorant, unfamiliar

From Latin 'conversari' (to associate with), from 'con-' (with) + 'versare' (to turn). Literally 'to turn around with' something, implying familiarity.

Think of being able to hold a 'conversation' about a topic because you are 'conversant' with it.

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