One-word substitution (knowledge scope): Select the exact adjective for a person who knows everything or is all-knowing in scope, knowledge, or awareness. Context: Contrast with ‘‘omnipotent’’ (all-powerful) and generic terms like ‘‘scholar’’ or ‘‘literate.’’ Instruction: Choose the best single-word substitute.

Given data

• Target meaning: one who knows everything (all-knowing).
• Potential confusion: omniscient vs. omnipotent.

Concept / ApproachOmniscient (omni = all, scire = to know) = all-knowing. Omnipotent (omni = all, potens = powerful) = all-powerful.

EliminationOmniscient — correct all-knowing term. ✅Omnipotent — power, not knowledge. ❌Scholar — learned person, not literally all-knowing. ❌Literate — able to read/write; not comprehensive knowledge. ❌

Example‘‘An omniscient narrator knows every character’s thoughts.’’

Final AnswerOmniscient