Word of the Day: ERUDITE

Educated, well-read, and scholarly

erudite (adj) - having, showing, or characterized by great academic knowledge; scholarly, learned, or highly educated [er-yoo-dahyt]

BREAKDOWN: E- (out) + RUD- (unskilled, rough) + -ITE (one who is)

• erudition is extensive or profound knowledge acquired by study; learning or scholarship

“Erudition, like a bloodhound, is a charming thing when held firmly in leash, but it is not so attractive when turned loose upon a defenseless and unerudite public.” —Agnes Repplier