Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

renaissance-man-or-woman

noun

/ˌrɛnəˈsɑːns ˈmæn ɔr ˈwʊmən/

Definition

A person with many talents or areas of knowledge.

Examples

Leonardo da Vinci is often considered a true renaissance man due to his contributions to art and science.
Her ability to play multiple musical instruments and excel in painting makes her a renaissance woman.

Meaning

The term is used to describe someone who is proficient in a variety of fields, often combining skills in arts and sciences, similar to the polymaths of the Renaissance period.