erudition

Definitions

Extensive knowledge acquired chiefly from books.

The quality of having or showing great learning or scholarship.

Examples

The professor was widely respected for his profound erudition and ability to explain complex historical events.

Her collection of rare books was a testament to her lifelong pursuit of erudition and intellectual growth.

Synonyms

scholarship learning knowledge intellect wisdom enlightenment literacy

Antonyms

ignorance illiteracy stupidity unfamiliarity inexperience simplicity vacuity