Definitions

learnt

[lurnt] / lɜrnt /

VERB

acquire information

Synonyms

STRONGEST

determine enroll gain get grasp master pick up read receive review study

STRONG

apprentice attain con cram grind imbibe lucubrate matriculate memorize peruse prepare

WEAK

be taught be trained become able become versed brush up on burn midnight oil commit to memory crack the books drink in get down pat get the hang of get the knack of improve mind major in minor in pore over soak up specialize in take course take in train in wade through

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ignore lose miss misunderstand neglect pass release spend

WEAK

overlook teach

VERB

discover, find out

Synonyms

STRONGEST

determine gain hear see understand

STRONG

ascertain detect discern gather tumble uncover unearth

WEAK

catch on dig up smoke out stumble upon trip over

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ignore miss overlook

WEAK

teach

Example Sentences

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Classical training came early - he learnt tabla alongside vocal training - but so did exposure to popular music.

From BBC

Today, leaders have learnt that austerity isn’t just unpopular but has also led to weak militaries and crumbling infrastructure.

From The Wall Street Journal

"I think we can forget everything that we've learnt since go-karts on how to go fast but it will be interesting to learn a new driving style and hopefully find speed with it."

From Barron's

He might have learnt that less is more where the royals are concerned.

From BBC

Here are three wellness issues that through the experts they've hosted on their series that they've learnt not to worry about.

From BBC