Synonyms for

Savant

Verb / sʌˈvɑ:nt / Another word for savant — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a person who has extensive knowledge about a particular subject

Synonyms & similar words

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Example sentences

  1. The child prodigy was a savant in playing the piano.
  2. The history savant knew everything about ancient civilizations.
  3. My friend is a savant in computer programming and can create complex software programs.
  4. The science savant discovered a new cure for a disease.
  5. The art savant could identify any painting just by looking at it.

Quotes

  • "To be a great artist, you need to be a savant of sorts, possessing an obsessive mind that constantly seeks to create and achieve excellence." - Michael Tavon
  • "The savant syndrome is a rare but remarkable condition in which persons with developmental disorders, including but not limited to autism, have some spectacular 'islands' of ability, areas of expertise that are at a savant level, even though their overall level of functioning is at an intellectually disabled level." - Darold A. Treffert
  • "A savant is defined as someone with a special skill or knowledge of a particular subject. In other words, the opposite of Donald Trump." - Richard Osman

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