expert1 nounexpert2 adjective
expertex‧pert1 /ˈekspɜːt $ -ɜːrt/ ●●● S3 W2 AWL noun [countable] 
WORD ORIGINexpert1
Origin:
1800-1900 French Old French; ➔ EXPERT2EXAMPLES FROM OTHER DICTIONARIES
- A draft of the document was reviewed by experts on hospital infection control.
- an expert in French history
- Legal experts are saying that the man's conviction was unlawful.
- The team of experts includes psychiatrists, psychologists and social workers.
- D, a leading drug prevention expert who worked on the report.
- He'd had more than enough practice to become an expert.
- I am an expert among experts.
- Send the expert all the available evidence.
- The firm had to close while an expert sorted out the mess, the Old Bailey heard.
- These days everyone is becoming an expert in the nutritional value of different foods and the importance of vitamins and trace elements.
- What one expert sees as the organisational goals are different from the views of another expert.
THESAURUS
someone who has a lot of knowledge about something or skill at doing something: · a computer expert· an expert on beetles· It’s best to ask an expert.
an expert who has studied a particular medical or technical subject for a long time and knows much more about it than other people: · She is a specialist in corporate finance.· My doctor sent me to see a heart specialist.
an expert whose knowledge and opinions are greatly respected: · The professor is one of the world’s leading authorities on African art.
an expert on food, art, literature, or design, who has had a lot of experience and knows when something is of very good quality: · He was a connoisseur of fine wines.· His works are popular among connoisseurs.
informal someone who is very interested in a subject and knows a lot about it: · a wine buff· Jazz buffs will be familiar with the band’s first album.
an expert player or performer: · The piece was played by violin virtuoso Pavel Sporcl.· a virtuoso pianist
Longman Language Activatorsomeone who knows a lot about something someone who know a lot about a subject: · The team of experts includes psychiatrists, psychologists and social workers.expert in/on: · an expert in French history· A draft of the document was reviewed by experts on hospital infection control.medical/legal/financial etc expert: · Legal experts are saying that the man's conviction was unlawful.
someone who has studied a particular subject for a long time and knows much more about it than other people: · You really need a specialist for this job.specialist in: · Professor Williams teaches English Literature and is a specialist in the novels of George Orwell.computer/marketing/engine etc specialist: · The Health Department is seeking the advice of a team of tropical disease specialists.
someone whose knowledge and opinions on a particular subject are greatly respected: authority on: · Reischauer became an authority on Japanese-American relations.· She was widely regarded as the country's leading authority on plant diseases.
someone who knows a lot about a subject, especially politics or economics, and who is asked to give their opinion about it on television, in newspapers etc: · If the pundits are right, the economic situation may become worse before the end of the year.· Hollywood pundits predicted the movie would grab the top spot in the ratings, but they were wrong.
someone who knows a lot about a particular activity or subject because they are very interested in it: film/jazz/computer etc buff: · "How many films did Hitchcock make?" "Ask Paul, -- he's a great film buff."· The market for magazines for computer buffs is growing all the time.
someone who has great knowledge and experience of something such as art, furniture, food, or wine so that they can recognize what is the best: · The golden chanterelle, as it is commonly known, is a favorite among mushroom connoisseurs.connoisseur of: · Lord Burlington was a great collector and connoisseur of paintings.
informal British someone who knows a lot about a particular subject, especially a scientific or technical subject: · A few science boffins were asked for their opinions, but otherwise the article gave very little information.
stronger expressions meaning not use this to emphasize that something is definitely not true: · She's not at all happy about the situation.· The children didn't seem to be at all frightened.· No, no, no, that's wrong. That's not what I meant at all.
formal use this when you want to say strongly that something is not true: · It is by no means certain that you'll get your money back.· It's difficult, but by no means impossible.· It's not clear by any means where the money is going to come from to fund this project.
also not a bit especially British use this to say strongly that something is not true, especially when you would expect it to be true: · You're not in the least sorry, are you?· My essay wasn't a bit like yours.· "Was she annoyed?" "Not a bit! She was delighted."fnot the least (bit): · Henry wasn't the least bit worried.
if something is in no way affected by something else, it is definitely not affected by it in any way: · This will in no way influence our original decision.· The damage is very slight and in no way reduces the value of the painting.
use this when something is completely untrue, impossible, different etc: · His arguments are not remotely convincing.· It was a stupid remark, and not remotely funny.· She didn't seem remotely interested in anything I had to say.
use this to emphasize that something is definitely not true, and if someone thinks it is true they are being a little stupid: · They only won 1-0 - hardly a great victory!· It's hardly surprising he's upset, considering the way you've treated him!· He's hardly a world chess champion - you should be able to beat him.· All these similarities could hardly be due to chance.
use this to say that someone is not good at something: · I occasionally put up a few shelves, but I'm not exactly the world's greatest handyman.
an informal expression meaning to not have the skills, qualities etc of the person or type of person that you have mentioned: · Of course, I'm no expert but that wall really looks like it's leaning over.· Stephanie knows what she's doing. She's no fool.· He's quite a bright boy I suppose, but he's no Albert Einstein.
use this to emphasize strongly that something is not possible, likely, true etc: · I can't see any use in us talking about that idea at all - it's simply not practical.· For as long as she could remember she'd just never been interested in marriage and children.
COLLOCATIONS FROM THE ENTRYadjectives
The device, which contained 400lbs of explosive, was made safe by army bomb disposal experts. Tonight, Tim Goodman casts a cynical eye on TV ads. United’s new striker confounded the critics with his third goal in as many games. He’s our resident expert on computer games.
(=one of the best and most respected)· He is one of the country’s leading experts on Islam.
(=one who is known in many different countries)· She is a world expert on tropical diseases.
(=someone who is not controlled by, or does not receive money from, an organization or the government)· The authorities called in an independent expert to advise them.
(=someone who has special skills related to a particular job or subject)· Medical experts agree that screening can prevent deaths from breast cancer.
(=someone who says they are an expert, but who you do not respect very much)· There are many so-called experts willing to tell you how to bring up your children.
verbs· Experts are saying that the economy is likely to improve towards the end of this year.
· Legal experts believe that the evidence will not be accepted in court.
· Most financial experts recommend that you don’t borrow money on credit cards.
(=ask an expert for information or advice)· If cracks appear in your house, you should consult an expert to find out what is causing the problem.
(=ask an expert for information or advice)· Don’t make big financial decisions without first seeking advice from an expert.
phrases· You can get advice from our panel of gardening experts.
COLLOCATIONS FROM OTHER ENTRIES· It’s advisable to get professional advice before starting any building work.
The device, which contained 400lbs of explosive, was made safe by army bomb disposal experts. Tonight, Tim Goodman casts a cynical eye on TV ads.· You don’t need to be a computer expert to use the programme.
United’s new striker confounded the critics with his third goal in as many games. (=someone who studies people's handwriting)· A handwriting expert has confirmed that the letter was almost certainly written by Bateman.
· If the issues are complex, expert help can be sought from the adoption agency.
(=people who know a lot about a particular industry)· Industry experts expect house prices to rise.
· Making profitable investments requires specialist knowledge.
He’s our resident expert on computer games. (=someone who has special knowledge, for example of medicine, and who talks about it in court)· The jury had to choose between the conflicting testimonies of expert witnesses.
COLLOCATIONS FROM THE CORPUSADJECTIVE· Solowka is the financial expert, keeping a watch on the merchandise, wages and general tour costs.
· Several children died in the last six weeks alone, one independent traffic expert said.
· Medical opinions Neither you nor your employer is likely to be a medical expert.· The solicitor should look at the notes, as well as the medical expert, and keep copies on file.· For middle-class parents at least, however, a new power is taking his place: the equally authoritarian medical expert.· It is vital that these documents should be perused by any medical expert as well as you.· The analogy is drawn between research assessment and the restriction of use of medical expert systems to physicians.
· His professional reputation as a respected real estate expert also has been tarnished, the suit alleges.· He was hired for these qualities and also because his father-in-law is a real estate expert and a close friend.
· Today Al is the resident school expert on the issue.
NOUN· The highest award was £307,781 to a computer expert who injured his back helping a store detective stop a suspected shoplifter.· The answer is that it can not, so the computer expert within a large organisation is an endangered species.· In future the computer expert will be the outsider who works for the manufacturer or as an independent adviser.· However, a computer expert in California named Walt Woltosz heard of my plight.
VERB· You will be able to ask whichever expert is available how you can go about getting rid of your cellulite.
· He visited breeders in their gin palaces and became a considerable expert on the birds.· It is almost essential that the proposal writer become a minor expert in the area of concern.· He'd had more than enough practice to become an expert.· As mentioned earlier the writer must become an expert in his area of study.· Builders became expert in providing plastic forms in brick.· Stanleywho becomes an instant expert in any subject that concerns him-had already devoured several libraries of science fact and science fiction.· These days everyone is becoming an expert in the nutritional value of different foods and the importance of vitamins and trace elements.· Their exuberant acceptance of your ideas indicated that you have become an expert in all aspects of their demanding business.
PHRASES FROM OTHER ENTRIES
- Alfred Walter is something of an expert on Viennese music particularly that of the Johann Strauss era.
- In his own way he is something of an expert on the private lives of actresses.
- Richard Holmes was something of an expert at the game, but he ended up as a down-and-out by the end.
WORD FAMILYnounexpertexpertiseadjectiveexpert ≠ inexpertadverbexpertly ≠ inexpertly
someone who has a special skill or special knowledge of a subject, gained as a result of training or experienceexpert on He’s a world expert on marine mammals.expert in an expert in statisticsmedical/technical/financial etc expert Tests should be administered by a medical expert.GRAMMAR: Prepositions with expert• Someone is an expert on a subject or issue: · He’s an expert on the Cold War. ✗Don’t say: He’s an expert of the Cold War.• Someone is an expert in a field of study or an activity: · She’s an expert in family law. ✗Don’t say: She’s an expert of family law.COLLOCATIONSadjectivesa leading expert (=one of the best and most respected)· He is one of the country’s leading experts on Islam.a world/international expert (=one who is known in many different countries)· She is a world expert on tropical diseases.an independent expert (=someone who is not controlled by, or does not receive money from, an organization or the government)· The authorities called in an independent expert to advise them.a medical/legal/financial etc expert (=someone who has special skills related to a particular job or subject)· Medical experts agree that screening can prevent deaths from breast cancer.a so-called expert (=someone who says they are an expert, but who you do not respect very much)· There are many so-called experts willing to tell you how to bring up your children.verbsexperts say something· Experts are saying that the economy is likely to improve towards the end of this year.experts believe something· Legal experts believe that the evidence will not be accepted in court.experts advise/recommend something· Most financial experts recommend that you don’t borrow money on credit cards.talk to/consult an expert (=ask an expert for information or advice)· If cracks appear in your house, you should consult an expert to find out what is causing the problem.get/obtain/seek advice from an expert (=ask an expert for information or advice)· Don’t make big financial decisions without first seeking advice from an expert.phrasesa team/panel of experts· You can get advice from our panel of gardening experts.THESAURUSexpert someone who has a lot of knowledge about something or skill at doing something: · a computer expert· an expert on beetles· It’s best to ask an expert.specialist an expert who has studied a particular medical or technical subject for a long time and knows much more about it than other people: · She is a specialist in corporate finance.· My doctor sent me to see a heart specialist.authority an expert whose knowledge and opinions are greatly respected: · The professor is one of the world’s leading authorities on African art.connoisseur /ˌkɒnəˈsɜː $ ˌkɑːnəˈsɜːr/ an expert on food, art, literature, or design, who has had a lot of experience and knows when something is of very good quality: · He was a connoisseur of fine wines.· His works are popular among connoisseurs.buff /bʌf/ informal someone who is very interested in a subject and knows a lot about it: · a wine buff· Jazz buffs will be familiar with the band’s first album.virtuoso /ˌvɜːtʃuˈəʊsəʊ $ ˌvɜːrtʃuˈoʊsoʊ/ an expert player or performer: · The piece was played by violin virtuoso Pavel Sporcl.· a virtuoso pianistexpert1 nounexpert2 adjective
expertexpert2 ●●● W3 AWL adjective WORD ORIGINexpert2
Origin:
1300-1400 Old French, Latin expertus, past participle of experiri; ➔ EXPERIENCE1EXAMPLES FROM OTHER DICTIONARIES
- expert advice
- an expert watchmaker
- My grandmother was an expert dressmaker.
- Politicians are usually expert at turning a crisis to their advantage.
- Students learn to cook French food with the help of expert chefs.
- Tennis coaches will be available to provide expert advice.
- All the applications of expert determination have evolved through commercial practice.
- Buchanan, armed with little more than expert oratory, can probably be sidelined by the Republicans.
- Critical reading of galley proofs by outside expert consultants.
- Embedded Neural Networks A neural network embedded in an expert system has many advantages.
- The nursery slope can be terrifying to the person on skis for the first time, and yet boring to the expert.
- The person using an expert system to advise a client will be potentially liable under the laws of contract and negligence.
- Your Counsel, with his expert advice, has not been able to run a fine-toothed comb over them.
THESAURUSvery skilful
very skilful because you have had a lot of experience of doing something – used especially about musicians, artists, performers etc: · a highly accomplished pianist· She is one of the most accomplished theatre performers.· She's a popular dancer, and very accomplished.
extremely skilful and having a lot of knowledge about doing something: · He was an expert skier.· Students learn to cook French food with the help of expert chefs.· Politicians are expert at deflecting criticism.
[only before noun] extremely skilful and impressive – used especially about musicians, performers, or performances: · a virtuoso violinist· The team gave a virtuoso performance in the final.
Longman Language Activatorgood at something because you have experience or training British /skillful American someone who is skilful does something very well because they have had a lot of training or experience: · the artist's skillful use of color· Success in business depends on skilful management.· Skilful and confident, Donaldson should become one of the game's best players.
someone who is skilled at a particular job has the training and skill to do it well: · There is a demand for carpenters and other skilled craftsmen.skilled job/work (=requiring special skill, especially when you use your hands): · Shoeing a horse is a skilled job, and no unskilled person should try it.highly skilled (=very skilled): · Keeping highly skilled sailors in the Navy is a priority.skilled at doing something: · Our advisors are skilled at dealing with financial problems.
extremely skilful at doing something because you have gained a lot of knowledge or experience of this particular subject or activity over a long period of time: · Students learn to cook French food with the help of expert chefs.· My grandmother was an expert dressmaker.expert at/in: · Politicians are usually expert at turning a crisis to their advantage.expert help/advice/opinion etc (=given by someone who knows a lot about it): · Tennis coaches will be available to provide expert advice.
spoken use this to say that someone is good at doing something and you admire and trust them because of this: · Kids can tell if a teacher doesn't know what he's doing.· You seem to know what you're doing -- I'll leave you to it.
good at doing something that needs care and skill, for example dealing with people or with difficult social situations: adept at/in: · Of all our staff, Peter is the most adept at dealing with difficult customers.· McCrea was equally adept in comedy and drama.
someone who is very good at writing, acting, or other artistic skills, especially as a result of a lot of practice and training, but who does not usually have a special natural ability for it: · His two daughters are both accomplished athletes.highly accomplished: · Johann Sebastian Bach had three sons who all became highly accomplished musicians and composers.
to know a subject, especially a language, well and be good at it: · Candidates should have good typing skills and a good command of English.· She has an excellent command of all the facts.
informal to be able to do something very easily because you have done it a lot of times before: · I've played this piece so often I can practically do it in my sleep.
COLLOCATIONS FROM THE ENTRY Meaning 2nouns The device, which contained 400lbs of explosive, was made safe by army bomb disposal experts. Tonight, Tim Goodman casts a cynical eye on TV ads. United’s new striker confounded the critics with his third goal in as many games. He’s our resident expert on computer games.
· Get some expert advice before investing in a property.
(=the opinions of people who know a lot about something)· Expert opinion on the matter is deeply divided.
· Two doctors were called to give expert testimony at the inquiry.
· He has expert knowledge of the plants and animals in this area.
(=the eyes of someone who knows a lot about something)· To the expert eye, this is a beautiful example of early Roman pottery.
COLLOCATIONS FROM OTHER ENTRIES· It’s advisable to get professional advice before starting any building work.
The device, which contained 400lbs of explosive, was made safe by army bomb disposal experts. Tonight, Tim Goodman casts a cynical eye on TV ads.· You don’t need to be a computer expert to use the programme.
United’s new striker confounded the critics with his third goal in as many games. (=someone who studies people's handwriting)· A handwriting expert has confirmed that the letter was almost certainly written by Bateman.
· If the issues are complex, expert help can be sought from the adoption agency.
(=people who know a lot about a particular industry)· Industry experts expect house prices to rise.
· Making profitable investments requires specialist knowledge.
He’s our resident expert on computer games. (=someone who has special knowledge, for example of medicine, and who talks about it in court)· The jury had to choose between the conflicting testimonies of expert witnesses.
COLLOCATIONS FROM THE CORPUSNOUN· Again expert advice is required in these circumstances.· Buffalo needed expert advice and specific strategies to shape the district's future, he said.· It will normally be necessary to seek expert advice on the realisable values of all the major assets.· We are looking forward to expert advice in your column before we do ourselves irreversible brain damage.· Rolle, however, did not have the benefit of such expert advice.· If in doubt, take expert advice on your rights and liabilities.· The more lethargic, weak and ill the infant, the greater is the urgency and need for expert advice.· Your Counsel, with his expert advice, has not been able to run a fine-toothed comb over them.
· Perhaps only expert eyes could have spotted the correlation between this spirited image and the refined clothing which passed in front.
· As a new father I am only too aware of the importance of expert guidance through the first months of parenthood.· While this may be the case, the issue of financial planning is one that requires careful thought and expert guidance.· We offer free and expert guidance on all the finance aspects of home purchase.· Such dramatic changes in the law make the need for expert guidance in matters of corporate and personal insolvency essential.
· Take your time choosing your ring and enjoy the benefit of receiving expert help and advice from the Beaverbrooks professionally trained staff.· You could do it yourself or get expert help.· Theatre administrator Patricia McBride is calling on expert help to get the boy's drawl exactly right.· Do not dress or interfere with severe burns until expert help is available but do treat the shock.· If the problem is a faulty valve, again call in expert help.· Do not move the person until expert help is available.
· There are numerous Carboniferous crinoids not unlike this one, which require expert knowledge in their discrimination.· Although an expert knowledge of the subject being revised is obviously an advantage, it is not essential.· I have no pretensions to the type of expert knowledge of semiotics that students of linguistics will have.· Medical involvement was mainly in the background, but it included expert knowledge of abnormal neuromuscular function and its alleviation.· Pupils are empty vessels waiting to be filled from the teacher's stock of expert knowledge.· Only from Prague did a request come for his expert knowledge.· For the same reason, I fear that an accountant's expert knowledge of tax havens may once again be a saleable commodity.· He initially fed his program with examples of expert knowledge about soybean diseases.
· They are drafted by permanent government officials who are concerned to seek out expert opinion on the issues in question.· But now it sits scowling outside the conversation of humankind, offering expert opinion with a sneer.· Or was he entitled to act solely on his own expert opinion?· Process assessments compare the documented care with what is accepted as optimum practice based on current scientific nutrition knowledge and expert opinion.· Which is what Mr Walker said last week, against the flood of expert opinion on what his vote would mean.· Here is where the most important split of all divides expert opinion.· These commissions have drawn on expert opinion from the social science community, and found evidence for both sides.· For it to be expert opinion is invaluable.
PHRASES FROM OTHER ENTRIES
- Alfred Walter is something of an expert on Viennese music particularly that of the Johann Strauss era.
- In his own way he is something of an expert on the private lives of actresses.
- Richard Holmes was something of an expert at the game, but he ended up as a down-and-out by the end.
WORD FAMILYnounexpertexpertiseadjectiveexpert ≠ inexpertadverbexpertly ≠ inexpertly
1having a special skill or special knowledge of a subject OPP inexpertexpert on/in/at The police are expert at handling situations like this in strict confidence. He cast his expert eye on the gardener’s work.► see thesaurus at skilful2relating to or coming from an expert: Ministers depend on civil servants for expert advice.—expertly adverb—expertness noun [uncountable]COLLOCATIONS– Meaning 2nounsexpert advice· Get some expert advice before investing in a property.expert opinion (=the opinions of people who know a lot about something)· Expert opinion on the matter is deeply divided.expert evidence/testimony· Two doctors were called to give expert testimony at the inquiry.expert knowledge· He has expert knowledge of the plants and animals in this area.expert eye (=the eyes of someone who knows a lot about something)· To the expert eye, this is a beautiful example of early Roman pottery.