nutritionist

noun

nu·​tri·​tion·​ist nu̇-ˈtri-sh(ə-)nist 

nyu̇-

: a specialist in the study of nutrition

Examples of nutritionist in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Kamose, now 35, said connecting with a nutritionist has significantly helped manage her condition. — Anissa Durham, STAT, 28 July 2026

She was documented as 5-foot-6 and 100 pounds — 16 pounds underweight, according to the facility’s own nutritional screening conducted on admission — and, the family alleges, she was not referred to a nutritionist or physician. — Gustavo Turner, HollywoodReporter, 24 July 2026

Here is what nutritionists and food writers are saying about the sleep drinks getting the most attention right now. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson july 24, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 July 2026

The Self Alignment Cruise was created with Rose Ferguson, a nutritionist and functional medicine practitioner. — Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 22 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1921, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for nutritionist

• abolitionist
• exhibitionist
• prohibitionist

Kids Definition

nutritionist

noun

nu·​tri·​tion·​ist -ˈtrish-(ə-)nist 

: a specialist in the study of nutrition

Medical Definition

nutritionist

noun

nu·​tri·​tion·​ist -ˈtrish-(ə-)nəst 

: a specialist in the study of nutrition