psychiatrist

noun

psy·​chi·​a·​trist sə-ˈkī-ə-trist 

sī-

plural psychiatrists

: a medical doctor who diagnoses and treats mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders : a specialist in psychiatry

Examples of psychiatrist in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

That psychiatrist, as Stuart points out, is none other than Amy Farrah Fowler, Bialik’s neurobiologist from TBBT. — Derek Lawrence, Entertainment Weekly, 18 Sep. 2026

Citing the neuropsychologist’s evaluation, Lacy sought a stay of execution — and said three psychiatrists should be appointed to examine Thompson. — Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 16 Sep. 2026

Observation of Movements Is Key A psychiatrist or neurologist usually diagnoses tardive dyskinesia, and sometimes a primary care provider or other healthcare provider may diagnose it. — Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 16 Sep. 2026

Prosecutor Sally Adams told jurors that a state psychiatrist who is slated to testify concluded that Eaton did not have a mental disease or defect. — Michael R. Sisak, Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1867, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

psychiatrist

noun

psy·​chi·​a·​trist

sə-ˈkī-ə-trəst, 

sī-

: a specialist in psychiatry

Medical Definition

psychiatrist

noun

psy·​chi·​a·​trist sə-ˈkī-ə-trəst  sī- 

: a physician specializing in psychiatry