ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Expert

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈɛk.spɜːt/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Expert is an adjective meaning Extraordinary capable or knowledgeable.

Meaning

Extraordinary capable or knowledgeable.

More Meanings

  1. Characteristic of an expert.
  2. A person with extensive knowledge or ability in a given subject.
  3. (chess) A player ranking just below master.
  4. (transitive) To have (something) reviewed or checked by an expert.
  5. (obsolete) Proven, experienced, veteran.

Example Sentences

My cousin is an expert pianist.
This problem requires expert knowledge.
I am expert at making a simple situation complex.
If an expert says it can't be done, get another expert. - David Ben-Gurion

Word Forms

Synonyms for expert

Depending on context, synonyms include proficient, maven, specialist, adept, good, skilled.

Antonyms for expert

Common opposites include inexpert.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include proficient, adept, practiced, skillful, skilled, good.

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