Definitions for: Versed


[n] an injectable form of benzodiazepine (trade name Versed) useful for sedation and for reducing pain during uncomfortable medical procedures
[adj] thoroughly acquainted with and skilled in something through study or experience; "well versed in classical languages"



Webster (1913) Definition: Versed, a. [Cf. F. vers['e], L. versatus, p. p. of
versari to turn about frequently, to turn over, to be engaged
in a thing, passive of versare. See Versant, a.]
Acquainted or familiar, as the result of experience, study,
practice, etc.; skilled; practiced.

Deep versed in books and shallow in himself. --Milton.

Opinions . . . derived from studying the Scriptures,
wherein he was versed beyond any person of his age.
--Southey.

These men were versed in the details of business.
--Macaulay.


Versed, a. [L. versus turned, p. p. vertere. See 1st
Versed.] (Math.)
Turned.

Versed sine. See under Sine, and Illust. of Functions.

Synonyms: knowledgeable, midazolam

Antonyms: ignorant, unversed

See Also: benzodiazepine

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