adjective
- relating to or characterized by knowledge of many different subjects; having wide-ranging learning
Usage: formal; academic
Examples
- The polyhistoric scholar was equally comfortable discussing ancient philosophy and modern physics.
- Her polyhistoric approach to research drew from multiple disciplines.
- The Renaissance was known for its polyhistoric thinkers like Leonardo da Vinci.
- His polyhistoric interests ranged from astronomy to poetry.
- The university sought a polyhistoric professor who could teach across departments.
- The polyhistoric nature of the curriculum encouraged interdisciplinary thinking.