panelist

noun

pan·​el·​ist ˈpa-nᵊl-ist 

: a member of a discussion or advisory panel or of a radio or television panel

Examples of panelist in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Each panelist shared insights drawn from their experience in philanthropy, nonprofit leadership, and strategic consulting, offering attendees a deeper understanding of how thoughtful investment can drive meaningful, long-term impact, according to the news release. —News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026

Still, panelists emphasized that new development must account not only for future residents, but also for the existing workforce. —Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026

Alongside Variety moderator Marc Malkin, each panelist opened up about their journey to becoming an entrepreneur. —Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 23 Apr. 2026

At the Renewable Energy Markets Asia conference in Singapore on Tuesday, panelists discussed the potential impact of the change in the Asia-Pacific region. —Bloomberg, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2026

Word History

Etymology

panel entry 1 + -ist entry 1

First Known Use

1948, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for panelist

• analyst
• annalist
• psychoanalyst

Kids Definition

panelist

noun

pan·​el·​ist ˈpan-ᵊl-əst 

: a member of a panel