economist

[ih-kon-uh-mist]

noun

1. a specialist in economics.

2. Archaic.,  a thrifty or frugal person.

economist

/ ɪˈkɒnəmɪst /

noun

1. a specialist in economics

2. archaic,  a person who advocates or practises frugality

Word History and Origins

Origin of economist¹

First recorded in 1580–90; econom(y) + -ist

Example Sentences

That matched the pace seen in October, and was just a touch above the 2.7% increase expected in a poll of economists by data provider Quick.

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Consumer prices in Tokyo, excluding fresh food, rose 2.8% in November from a year earlier, exceeding a 2.7% rise expected in a poll of economists.

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However, economists say that while the budget will help cool the pace of price rises, it is unlikely to do so in the sustained manner that would open the way for many more rate cuts.

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That was broadly in line with the 97.1 consensus from economists polled by The Wall Street Journal, albeit still remaining below its long-term average of 100.

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The reading came roughly in line with the view of economists polled by The Wall Street Journal of minus 23.1.

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