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Synonyms

scientist

American  
[sahy-uhn-tist] / ˈsaɪ ən tɪst /

noun

  1. an expert in science, especially one of the physical or natural sciences.


Scientist 1 British  
/ ˈsaɪəntɪst /

noun

  1. Christian Science Christ as supreme spiritual healer

  2. short for Christian Scientist See Christian Scientist

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scientist 2 British  
/ ˈsaɪəntɪst /

noun

  1. a person who studies or practises any of the sciences or who uses scientific methods

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Other Word Forms

  • nonscientist noun

Etymology

Origin of scientist

1825–35; < Latin scient ( ia ) science + -ist

Example Sentences

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To investigate the biological roots of canine temperament, scientists examined the DNA of 1,300 golden retrievers and compared it with each dog's behavioral profile.

From Science Daily

The new approach allows scientists to simulate the vibrational spectra of complex and disordered materials at realistic temperatures with near-ab initio accuracy while significantly reducing computational cost.

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However, sleep scientists and medical groups generally argue in favor of permanent standard time, saying it better aligns with human circadian rhythms and reduces health risks.

From Los Angeles Times

Detailed three dimensional reconstructions of a key sensory structure in ctenophores reveal far greater structural and functional complexity than scientists previously recognized.

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Chytrids are a diverse group of aquatic fungi, and the discovery suggests they may influence marine ecosystems more strongly than scientists once believed.

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