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Term: Omniscient

Definition:

Omniscient is an adjective that refers to the quality of having complete or unlimited knowledge and awareness of all things.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1: All-Knowing

When used in the sense of being all-knowing, omniscient describes someone or something that possesses infinite knowledge and awareness.

Example sentence: The ancient deity was often depicted as an omniscient being, possessing knowledge of past, present, and future.

Sense 2: Narration Perspective

In literary terms, omniscient is used to describe a narrative point of view where the narrator knows and can see everything happening in the story, including the thoughts and feelings of all characters.

Example sentence: The author chose to employ an omniscient narrator, allowing the readers to gain insights into the minds of multiple characters simultaneously.

Sense 3: Widespread Knowledge

In general usage, omniscient can mean having extensive knowledge or being knowledgeable in many areas.

Example sentence: The professor was renowned for his omniscient understanding of ancient civilizations.

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