Word
nutritionist
Phoneticsnu·tri·tion·ist, stress on the second syllable
US/nuˈtɹɪʃənɪst/
UK/njuːtɹˈɪʃənˌɪst/
Definition
n. a person who has special training in food and how it affects the body. They help people eat healthy meals to stay strong and well.
n. a professional who provides expert advice on food and diet, typically with a degree in human nutrition or a related field.
Examples
“The nutritionist helps patients choose healthy meals.”
“After the athlete's performance declined, a nutritionist was hired to review his daily intake of calories and protein.”
“While a dietitian often works within a clinical setting, a nutritionist may provide general public education on how to maintain a balanced diet without a medical prescription.”
Examples
simple
“The nutritionist helps patients choose healthy meals.”
contextual
“After the athlete's performance declined, a nutritionist was hired to review his daily intake of calories and protein.”
complex
“While a dietitian often works within a clinical setting, a nutritionist may provide general public education on how to maintain a balanced diet without a medical prescription.”
Real-World Examples
“Barbara O’Neill, who describes herself as a naturopath and nutritionist, lectures internationally on “natural self-healing”.” “Consulting with a medical provider or licensed nutritionist can help individualize dietary protein targets.” “She saw a nutritionist who told her she had a yeast infection and put her on a restrictive diet.” “Even when it’s the 2,000-calorie single slice of pizza that nutritionists managed to buy in New York City: a whole day’s worth of calories in a single snack .” Word family
NOUN
ADJECTIVE
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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