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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or specialistic
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
Jamin Brahmbhatt, Verywell Health, 28 Apr. 2025
McLaren then partnered with Ricardo, British engineering specialists, to get the engine road-car ready, which was accomplished in 18 months.
—Sean Evans, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2025
Even if your current treatment options are limited, speak with your oncologist (cancer specialist) about clinical trials that actively recruit participants.
—Jamin Brahmbhatt, Verywell Health, 17 Apr. 2025
Channel 4 Explores Trump’s First 100 Days UK network Channel has ordered a quick turnaround doc from genre specialist ITN Productions (ITNP) about the early days of Donald Trump’s second presidency.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 17 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Working With an Interdisciplinary Care Team Treating mCRPC typically involves a team of specialists working together.
—Jamin Brahmbhatt, Verywell Health, 28 Apr. 2025
McLaren then partnered with Ricardo, British engineering specialists, to get the engine road-car ready, which was accomplished in 18 months.
—Sean Evans, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2025
Even if your current treatment options are limited, speak with your oncologist (cancer specialist) about clinical trials that actively recruit participants.
—Jamin Brahmbhatt, Verywell Health, 17 Apr. 2025
Channel 4 Explores Trump’s First 100 Days UK network Channel has ordered a quick turnaround doc from genre specialist ITN Productions (ITNP) about the early days of Donald Trump’s second presidency.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 17 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for specialist
Noun
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But those two years with Mulkey gave Reese a formative foundation to withstand the rigors of becoming a professional.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
3 May 2025
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Beane and coach Sean McDermott have suggested Coleman must become a more dedicated professional.—
Tim Graham,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
Adjective
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In addition to production, The Hive Greece will offer animation courses to nurture emerging talent, beginning with a specialized Toon Boom masterclass.—
Jamie Lang,
Variety,
23 Apr. 2025
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Organizations need to evaluate this against their existing identity infrastructure and determine if adopting a specialized solution for AI agents aligns with their architectural strategy.—
Janakiram MSV,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Seasoned managers and experienced consultants can sometimes fall into the same trap.—
Peter Follows,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Caroline Fleck, PhD, is a licensed psychologist, corporate consultant, and Adjunct Clinical Instructor at Stanford University.—
Caroline Fleck, Contributor,
CNBC,
23 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This begins with behavior change and includes lifestyle interventions and skill-building programs along with expert support for long-term success.—
Scott Paddock,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Follow New York Times Travel on Instagram and sign up for our Travel Dispatch newsletter to get expert tips on traveling smarter and inspiration for your next vacation.—
Toh Gouttenoire,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Coogler attended the University of Southern California’s School of the Cinematic Arts, obtaining a master’s degree in fine arts in 2011.—
Ashton Jackson,
CNBC,
25 Apr. 2025
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Serendipitously, that car was owned by Disney master animator Ward Kimball, whom Gurr had met via a car enthusiast society, the Horseless Carriage Club.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Reports indicate that 10 to 30 percent of interviews – especially for technical roles – now involve some level of deception.—
Gene Marks,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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The program offers hands-on support, including personalized resume optimization, networking strategy, technical mastery, behavioral interview prep, and more.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The team will wear special commemorative jerseys to honor Pope Francis in its April 26 match.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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Frazier and Hassanein can be early reserves, while safety Dan Jackson and wide receiver Dominic Lovett can be special teams contributors.—
Colton Pouncy,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2025
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“Specialist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specialist. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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