noun
- people with knowledge of a wide variety of subjects; scholars of extensive and varied learning
Usage: formal; plural of polyhistor
Examples
- The Renaissance produced many polyhistors who excelled in art, science, and literature.
- Modern universities rarely produce polyhistors like those of earlier centuries.
- These polyhistors could discuss philosophy, mathematics, and poetry with equal expertise.
- The library’s collection attracted polyhistors from across Europe.
- Few polyhistors today can match the breadth of knowledge displayed by historical figures like Leonardo da Vinci.
- The conference brought together polyhistors to discuss interdisciplinary approaches to learning.