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expert

adjective
ex·​pert | \ ˈek-ËŒspÉ™rt How to pronounce expert (audio) , ik-ˈspÉ™rt How to pronounce expert (audio) \

Definition of expert

 (Entry 1 of 3)

1 obsolete : experienced
2 : having, involving, or displaying special skill or knowledge derived from training or experience

expert

noun
ex·​pert | \ ˈek-ËŒspÉ™rt How to pronounce expert (audio) \

Definition of expert (Entry 2 of 3)

: one with the special skill or knowledge representing mastery of a particular subject

expert

verb
ex·​pert | \ ˈek-ËŒspÉ™rt How to pronounce expert (audio) \
experted; experting; experts

Definition of expert (Entry 3 of 3)

intransitive verb

: to serve as an expert

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Other Words from expert

Adjective

expertly adverb
expertness noun

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Adjective

proficient, adept, skilled, skillful, expert mean having great knowledge and experience in a trade or profession. proficient implies a thorough competence derived from training and practice. proficient in translating foreign languages adept implies special aptitude as well as proficiency. adept at doing long division skilled stresses mastery of technique. a skilled surgeon skillful implies individual dexterity in execution or performance. skillful drivers expert implies extraordinary proficiency and often connotes knowledge as well as technical skill. expert in the evaluation of wines

Examples of expert in a Sentence

Adjective

We received some expert advice. The company has become expert at adapting its products for new clients.

Noun

She was an acknowledged expert on child development. an expert at planning dinner parties
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