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Word of the Day : January 31, 2023
savant \sa-VAHNT\ noun
What It Means
Savant is a formal word that refers to a learned person, especially someone with detailed knowledge about a particular subject. The word is also used to refer to a person affected with a developmental disorder who exhibits exceptional skill or brilliance in a particular subject or field.
// His sister is a computer savant, so he knows he can call her whenever he has technical issues.
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Aired January 31, 2023
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