OPTOMETRISTS Synonyms: 45 Similar and Opposite Words

optometrists

noun

plural of optometrist

as in ophthalmologists

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Noun

In recent years, medical credit cards have made their way into the South Florida offices of dentists, ophthalmologists and other doctors as one way people can finance their care.

— Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026
Sunglasses, hats recommended for sun protection AHN ophthalmologists say many people remember sunscreen but often forget eye protection.

— Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 16 June 2026

Definition of ophthalmologists

Noun

In 1998, the Portuguese government appointed a multidisciplinary commission of experts, including physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, legal experts and researchers, to rethink the country’s drug policy.

— Karyn Sporer, The Conversation, 14 Sep. 2026
Partners might include physicians, specialists, therapists, hospitals or relevant community organizations.

— Ajay Prasad, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of physicians

Noun

While many doctors urge their player patients to wait until their inflammation goes down before having surgery, Mahomes said his doctors urged him to get the surgery before the inflammation took root.

— Armando Salguero OutKick, FOXNews.com, 15 Sep. 2026
Waystar’s software is used by hospitals and doctors to manage payments.

— Sarah Min, CNBC, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of doctors

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Allegheny Health Network pediatricians are urging parents and caregivers to establish healthy routines as children return to school.

— Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026
Separately, the pediatricians recommend a vaccine-like medication for high-risk infants.

— Lauran Neergaard, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of pediatricians

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These low-profile, versatile sneakers come from a brand beloved by both Oprah and podiatrists for their supportive construction and chic designs.

— Annie Blackman, InStyle, 28 Aug. 2026
Vionic’s Uptown Loafers are a great example, praised by Oprah and podiatrists for their shock-absorbing cushioning, deep heel cup, and contoured arch support that make activities like sightseeing or museum hopping easy (and fashionable).

— Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of podiatrists

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In both cases, the pathologists have waited for the results of toxicology tests, which can take weeks to complete.

— Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026
Board members Tennessee Walker and Laurie George apologized to speech-language pathologists over April staffing cuts, and Licata pledged a recruitment and retention report within two weeks.

— Star-Telegram staff. Produced with AI assistance, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of pathologists

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