The difference between Cognoscente and Connoisseur

When used as nouns, cognoscente means someone possessing superior or specialized knowledge in a particular field, whereas connoisseur means a specialist in a given field whose opinion is highly valued, especially in one of the fine arts or in matters of taste.


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  1. Cognoscente as a noun:

    Someone possessing superior or specialized knowledge in a particular field; a connoisseur.

  1. Connoisseur as a noun:

    A specialist in a given field whose opinion is highly valued, especially in one of the fine arts or in matters of taste

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