as in professional
a person who has a lot of training, knowledge, or skill in a particular area
She was a specialist in chemical engineering with many years of experience.
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as in specialized
involving, related to, or being special skills or knowledge needed to do a particular job
The job requires specialist knowledge.
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Recent Examples of specialist
Miami Herald, 20 July 2025
When evaluating an investment, the firm also hires specialty and general management consultants, expert cost analysts and industry specialists.
—Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 19 July 2025
To help close this gap, federal agencies could fund additional fellowship positions or loan-repayment programs for male-fertility specialists who commit to working in medically underserved areas.
—Lucy Tu, The Atlantic, 11 July 2025
The Coalition Closing the Chasm The demand for electricians, plumbers, welders, cybersecurity technicians, advanced manufacturers, and HVAC specialists is dramatically outpacing supply.
—Scott White, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
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Noun
Brooks was Miami’s most consistent coverage specialist and a tackling machine.
—Miami Herald, 20 July 2025
When evaluating an investment, the firm also hires specialty and general management consultants, expert cost analysts and industry specialists.
—Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 19 July 2025
To help close this gap, federal agencies could fund additional fellowship positions or loan-repayment programs for male-fertility specialists who commit to working in medically underserved areas.
—Lucy Tu, The Atlantic, 11 July 2025
The Coalition Closing the Chasm The demand for electricians, plumbers, welders, cybersecurity technicians, advanced manufacturers, and HVAC specialists is dramatically outpacing supply.
—Scott White, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for specialist
Noun
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They were originally intended for horticultural professionals.—
Chris McKeown,
The Enquirer,
27 July 2025
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Instead of settling for stopgap solutions, the group built a recruiting arm that could bring in international professionals.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
26 July 2025
Adjective
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The forested location of the derailment presented additional challenges for rescue operations, requiring specialized equipment to access the scene.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 July 2025
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For example, our technology can identify signals of customer frustration, enabling our specialized teams to proactively engage and provide a higher level of care.—
Billee Howard,
Forbes.com,
27 July 2025
Noun
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Eventually, a consultant told the couple that their baby would need to be born before Christmas as the pregnancy wasn't going to be viable for much longer.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 July 2025
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Douglas Schoen is a longtime Democratic political consultant.—
Douglas Schoen,
Oc Register,
27 July 2025
Adjective
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The plaintiffs are also asking Battaglia to strike the testimony of the county’s expert six witnesses.—
Jeff McDonald,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 July 2025
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Following the hollowing-out of the nation’s scientific infrastructure through deep funding cuts and the firing of federal scientists, the executive order is an attempt to rewrite the rules of how our expert bureaucracy operates.—
David Michaels,
The Atlantic,
20 July 2025
Noun
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Moore connected with Fiorito, then an Arizona State University master of fine arts student, in 2004.—
Laura Gersony,
AZCentral.com,
15 July 2025
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Prior to running The Pitt's emergency department like a pro, the master was just a med student on ER.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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Leaders at the state’s 16 technical colleges have pushed for such a Pell grant expansion for years, said Layla Merrifield, president of the Wisconsin Technical College System.—
Natalie Yahr,
jsonline.com,
19 July 2025
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Students will also be able to start career technical education (CTE) classes as early as eighth grade.—
Hanna Kang,
Oc Register,
19 July 2025
Adjective
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Adele shared a similar sentiment the following month while speaking to Oprah Winfrey for the Adele One Night Only special.—
Kelsey Lentz,
People.com,
20 July 2025
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The concert featured a special screening at the Winnetu Resort on Martha’s Vineyard, with the Cape Code orchestra playing along to the movie score and even a surprise visit by actor Richard Dreyfuss.—
Jeanette Hurt,
Forbes.com,
20 July 2025
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“Specialist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specialist. Accessed 1 Aug. 2025.
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