1. a person who has knowledge in many different subjects

Examples

• Leonardo da Vinci was a true polymath, excelling in art, science, and engineering.
• The professor was considered a polymath for her expertise in literature, philosophy, and mathematics.
• Benjamin Franklin exemplified the polymath ideal of the Enlightenment era.
• She aspired to be a polymath, studying everything from astronomy to zoology.
• The university sought a polymath who could teach across multiple departments.
• His reputation as a polymath made him a sought-after consultant on diverse projects.