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

For example, a fitness trainer and a nutritionist could host a wellness workshop, or a photographer and a florist could create a class about Instagram-worthy arrangements. —Renae Gregoire, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025

That person could work with a Maven nutritionist or support coach to help regulate their glucose levels, while using Oura’s physical activity tracking and meals and glucose features to monitor their progress. —Ian Thomas, CNBC, 18 June 2025

Along with the guidance of a primary care provider, consider seeing a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN). —Jonathan Purtell, Verywell Health, 13 June 2025

The nutritionist also warned against following fad diets. —Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 12 June 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