economist

noun

econ·​o·​mist i-ˈkä-nə-mist 

1

archaic : one who practices economy

2

: a specialist in economics

Examples of economist in a Sentence

Economists are predicting rapid inflation.

Recent Examples on the Web

In two randomized trials conducted by Stanford economist Nick Bloom, for example, workers reported improved mental health, not worse. — Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 29 June 2026

Real estate offers that work flexibility, the economist says; plus, the industry is showing early signs of resilience against AI disruption. — Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 28 June 2026

But economists say the fix and revenue increase are likely only temporary. — Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 27 June 2026

While economists have long debated the lasting economic impact of hosting mega sporting events, the early World Cup numbers suggest host communities are experiencing an immediate boost in consumer activity. — Clemente Lisi, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle French oeconome, iconome "manager of a household" (borrowed from Medieval Latin oeconomus, going back to Late Latin, "administrator, manager," borrowed from Greek oikonómos "manager of a household, steward") + -ist entry 1 — more at economy entry 1

First Known Use

1586, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for economist

• agronomist