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savant

[səˈvɑːnt]

savant Definition

a learned person, especially a distinguished scientist or scholar.

Using savant: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "savant" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He was a mathematical savant who could perform complex calculations in his head.

  • Example

    She is a savant in the field of linguistics.

  • Example

    The conference was attended by many savants from around the world.

savant Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with savant

  • idiot savant

    a person who is mentally handicapped in most areas but has exceptional abilities in a particular field, such as music or mathematics

    Example

    He may be an idiot savant when it comes to numbers, but he can't even tie his own shoes.

  • a condition in which a person with a developmental disability, such as autism, has extraordinary abilities in a particular area, such as memory or music

    Example

    Her savant syndrome allows her to play any piece of music after hearing it only once.

  • savant skills

    exceptional abilities in a particular field, often associated with savant syndrome

    Example

    His savant skills in art have earned him international recognition.

Origins of savant

from French 'savant', meaning 'learned'

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Summary: savant in Brief

The term 'savant' [səˈvɑːnt] refers to a learned person, particularly a distinguished scientist or scholar. It is often used to describe individuals with exceptional abilities in a particular field, such as mathematics or linguistics. The phrase 'idiot savant' describes a person with a mental handicap who has extraordinary abilities in a specific area, while 'savant syndrome' refers to a condition in which a person with a developmental disability has exceptional abilities in a particular area.