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

Carrie Lupoli, a certified nutritionist and behavior specialist, told Newsweek that Cochran is teaching her daughter to be self-aware, use her voice and advocate for herself. —Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2025

According to the nutritionist, pumpkin is also very high in antioxidants. —Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 24 Nov. 2025

For seasoned cooks and kitchen novices, cookbook author and nutritionist Robin Miller takes it back to basics with great, family-friendly recipes worth making over and over again. —Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 20 Nov. 2025

Jordan is a nutritionist who has become a figure in the wellness space. —Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 19 Nov. 2025

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