neurologist

noun

neu·​rol·​o·​gist nu̇-ˈrä-lə-jist 

nyu̇-

: one specializing in neurology

especially : a physician skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of disease of the nervous system

Examples of neurologist in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Those interviewed include Tesla co-founder Martin Eberhard, his first wife Justine Musk, neurologist Sam Harris, tech reporter Kara Swisher and former USAID Administrator Samantha Power. — ABC News, 8 Sep. 2026

There are no tests that can definitively confirm a diagnosis of PD, but your neurologist might order some tests. — Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 15 Aug. 2026

Look for a primary vet who understands special needs pets, and consider having a veterinary neurologist or other specialist available for guidance. — Pat Mueller, USA Today, 7 Aug. 2026

As one of more than 1 million North Americans now living with the disease, Melanie is part of what some neurologists describe as a pandemic of Parkinson’s, the world’s fastest-growing neurological disorder. — Wuft News, Miami Herald, 29 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1832, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for neurologist

• apologist
• biologist
• ecologist
• ethnologist
• geologist
• hydrologist
• oncologist
• pathologist
• philologist
• psychologist
• technologist
• urologist

Kids Definition

neurologist

noun

neu·​rol·​o·​gist n(y)u̇-ˈräl-ə-jəst 

: a specialist in neurology

especially : a physician who specializes in identifying and treating diseases of the nervous system

Medical Definition

neurologist

noun

neu·​rol·​o·​gist n(y)u̇-ˈräl-ə-jəst 

: a person specializing in neurology

especially : a physician skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of disease of the nervous system