noun
- extensive knowledge covering many subjects; the quality of being encyclopedic
Usage: formal
Examples
- His encyclopedism impressed the university committee.
- The professor’s encyclopedism made her lectures fascinating but sometimes overwhelming.
- Renaissance scholars were known for their encyclopedism across multiple disciplines.
- Her encyclopedism in literature and science made her an ideal candidate for the position.
- The author’s encyclopedism is evident in the breadth of topics covered in his work.
- Modern education often favors specialization over encyclopedism.