Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
autodidact
Noun
/ˌɔːtəˈdaɪdækt/
Definition
A person who teaches themselves about a subject without formal education.
Examples
- Despite not attending art school, she became a talented painter as an autodidact.
- Many famous inventors were autodidacts who explored their passions on their own.
- His journey as an autodidact led him to become a well-respected expert in computer programming.
Meaning
An autodidact is someone who learns independently, acquiring knowledge and skills on their own.
Synonyms
- Self-taught
- Independent learner
- Self-educated
