Renaissance man

noun

1. a cultured man of the Renaissance who was knowledgeable, educated, or proficient in a wide range of fields.
2. (sometimes lowercase) a present-day man who has acquired profound knowledge or proficiency in more than one field.

Renaissance man

noun

1. a man of any period who has a broad range of intellectual interests

Renaissance man

1. An outstandingly versatile, well-rounded person. The expression alludes to such Renaissance figures as Leonardo da Vinci , who performed brilliantly in many different fields.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Renaissance man¹

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

It brings a whole new shade of meaning to the Renaissance man.

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