panelist

noun

pan·​el·​ist ˈpa-nᵊl-ist How to pronounce panelist (audio)
: a member of a discussion or advisory panel or of a radio or television panel

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While the program has produced lighter moments for political junkies, such as the Allison-Singleton banter, clips of occasional spats between panelists have made the show a messy must-watch for virtual viewers who casually tune in to the tussles on social media. Jay Stahl, USA Today, 18 Apr. 2026 The winner will receive a script read and general meeting with at least three ATX TV pitch judges or ATX TV panelists for feedback, pitch mentorship with a showrunner or executive, and three general pitch meetings. Katie Campione, Deadline, 17 Apr. 2026 Though the panelists were careful not to reveal too many details in terms of what the Demon, the Starchild, the Spaceman, and the Catman will be doing beyond playing music, the discussion seemed to suggest never-before-seen or heard interactions with fans. Lina Lecaro, Rolling Stone, 15 Apr. 2026 Several of our panelists suggested the bullpen might be in his future. Andy McCullough, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for panelist

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First Known Use

1948, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of panelist was in 1948

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“Panelist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/panelist. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.

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panelist

noun
pan·​el·​ist ˈpan-ᵊl-əst How to pronounce panelist (audio)
: a member of a panel
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