expert — a person who has comprehensive and authoritative knowledge or skill in a particular area
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who has comprehensive and authoritative knowledge or skill in a particular area
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈekspɜːrt/
Example Sentences
- My dad claims to be a grilling expert, but last week he burned water while making pasta.
- The cybersecurity expert recommended changing passwords regularly and not using 'password123'.
- After watching three YouTube videos, Tim declared himself an expert in quantum physics.
expert
NOUN[/ˈekspɜːrt/]
a person who has comprehensive and authoritative knowledge or skill in a particular area
The watchmaker is a true expert, restoring a broken antique in minutes.
The expert stays alert, then boldly starts to assert!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'expertus', the past participle of 'experiri' meaning 'to try' or 'to test'. The word entered English through Old French 'expert' during the 14th century.
Breakdown
ex- (out) + -pert (from Latin 'peritus', skilled/experienced) = expert (one who has tested/practiced extensively and gained skill)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My dad claims to be a grilling expert, but last week he burned water while making pasta.”
“The cybersecurity expert recommended changing passwords regularly and not using 'password123'.”
“After watching three YouTube videos, Tim declared himself an expert in quantum physics.”
“The medical expert testified that the patient's recovery was remarkably fast.”
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