specialist
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.someone who has a lot of knowledge or skill in a specific subject.
n.an individual who is highly skilled or knowledgeable in a particular field of study or research.
Simple“The company hired a marketing specialist to help improve their online sales.”
In context“The university invited a specialist in medieval history to lead the seminar on early European trade routes.”
SynonymsAntonymsgeneralistamateur - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.a doctor who focuses on one specific part of the body or a certain type of illness.
n.a physician whose practice is limited to a particular branch of medicine or surgery.
Simple“My family doctor sent me to see a heart specialist for more tests.”
In context“After the initial diagnosis, the patient was referred to a specialist in oncology for a more detailed treatment plan.”
SynonymsAntonymsgeneral practitioner - 03 C1 Advanced
n.a specific rank in the U.S. Army for a soldier with technical skills.
n.an enlisted rank in the United States Army, typically corresponding to the pay grade of E-4, above private first class.
Simple“He was promoted to specialist after completing his technical training.”
In context“The specialist was responsible for maintaining the unit's advanced communication equipment during the field exercise.”
- 04 B2 Upper Intermediate
adj.relating to a very specific subject that requires deep knowledge.
adj.involving or requiring detailed, expert knowledge of a restricted or specific topic.
Simple“The library has a large collection of specialist books on local plants.”
In context“The journal publishes specialist articles that are often too technical for the average reader to understand.”
UsageUsually placed before a noun.
SynonymsAntonyms
“Jacobean music specialist and lutenist Elizabeth Kenny showcases some of the best of it on her album, The Masque of Moments .”
“People in England needing immediate care for mental health problems will be able to access specialist walk-in hubs close to their home, the government is promising.”
Borrowed from French spécialiste, equivalent to special + -ist.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.