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

At least the nutritionist coaching me on my diet is conciliatory. — Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 8 Aug. 2026

This opinion sparked debate in the online nutrition community, with some dietitians and nutritionists arguing that bananas should not be villainized based on a small body of research. — Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 6 Aug. 2026

Both nutritionists agree that sparkling water is a superior choice to high-sugar beverages like juice and soda. — Embry Roberts, Martha Stewart, 5 Aug. 2026

Meal times are carefully planned for children with metabolic disorders like glycogen storage disease, for whom missing a meal time by 15 minutes can become life-threatening, according to camp nutritionist Adina Yachnes. — Rachel Hale, USA Today, 4 Aug. 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