Word: Expert

Pronunciation

/ˈekspɜrt/

Definitions

• Noun: A person with a high degree of skill or knowledge in a particular field; someone who has a comprehensive and authoritative understanding of or proficiency in a subject. For example: “The IT expert helped us resolve the technical issue quickly.”
• Adjective: Having or showing a great deal of knowledge or skill in a particular field; having expertise. For example: “She’s an expert cook, her dishes are always exquisite.”

Phrases

• “Expert opinion”: A considered judgment or conclusion based on the special knowledge of an expert.
• “Inexpert handling”: The opposite meaning, referring to actions done without skill or competence.
• “To become an expert”: To develop extensive knowledge or skill in a specific area over time.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The forensic expert analyzed the evidence to determine the cause of the fire.”
• Adjective: “After years of practice, he became an expert pianist renowned for his performances.”

Synonyms

• Specialist
• Professional
• Authority
• Master
• Guru
• Virtuoso (for形容某人在艺术、音乐等方面的专家)
• Connoisseur (esp. for matters of taste or aesthetics)
• Savant (for exceptional knowledge in a specific field)
• Ace (informal, esp. for a highly skilled person)