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

Meanwhile, what fascinates aspiring neurologist Makenzie Stovall is the idea that AI is trying to emulate the brain — an organ whose inner workings continue to leave researchers dumbfounded. — ABC News, 3 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

People who experience the following signs should consult a neurologist, according to the Parkinson's Foundation. — Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 29 July 2026

Eventually a neurologist came in and immediately disagreed with the UTI diagnosis, sending Vincent to get an MRI. — Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE, 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