definition of
[well-read]

[1] #1 well-read s. well informed or deeply versed through reading; "respect for a well-read man"; "well-read in medieval history". wn

[2] #2 well-read s. [knowing, knowledgeable, learned, lettered, well-educated] highly educated; having extensive information or understanding; "knowing instructors"; "a knowledgeable critic"; "a knowledgeable audience". wn