economist

American  

[ih-kon-uh-mist] / ɪˈkɒn ə mɪst /

noun

1. a specialist in economics.

2. Archaic. a thrifty or frugal person.

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economist British  

/ ɪˈkɒnəmɪst /

noun

1. a specialist in economics

2. archaic a person who advocates or practises frugality

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Etymology

Origin of economist

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

Example Sentences

“Deteriorating consumer confidence suggests real retail spending will weaken in the coming months,” economist Ashley Webb at Capital Economics wrote in a note following the report’s release.

From The Wall Street Journal

March’s headline reading also beat the 50.3 forecast from economists surveyed by The Wall Street Journal, standing above the 50-point mark separating expansion from contraction.

From The Wall Street Journal

These producers' profit margins have increased because as oil prices climb, the costs of extraction has remained relatively steady, said Jose Torres, senior economist at Interactive Brokers.

From Barron's

Powell spoke at a moderated discussion with Harvard’s introductory economics class at Sanders Theatre on Monday afternoon, fielding questions from Harvard economist David Laibson and students in the audience.

From Barron's

At the start of the year, economists and investors widely believed the Fed would opt for a few more rate cuts in 2026, continuing the easing cycle that began in late 2024.

From The Wall Street Journal