Meaning & use

expert

noun·Academic

A person with extensive knowledge or skill in a particular field.

See it in a sentence

The museum hired an expert to authenticate the newly discovered painting.

Ask an expert before making any major changes to the electrical wiring.

A note on using this word

As an adjective, 'expert' describes the skill itself, as in 'expert advice.'

Words with a similar meaning

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Words with an opposite meaning

noviceamateur

Another way to use it

2. adjective

Having or showing great skill or knowledge in a particular area.

You don't need to be an expert cook to make this simple recipe work.

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