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noun | adjective expertexpert1 /ˈɛkspɚt/ ●●● W2 AWL noun [countable] ETYMOLOGYexpert1Origin: Old French Latin expertus, past participle of experiri to try out adjectives/nouns + expert► a leading/top expert He is one of the country’s leading experts on climate change. ► an international/global/world expert (=someone who knows more about something than most people in the world) She is an international expert on tropical diseases. ► a recognized/acknowledged expert (=someone who people agree is an expert) The authors are acknowledged experts in this field. ► a renowned expert (=a famous expert) He is a renowned legal expert. ► an independent/outside expert (=someone who is not connected with an organization or the government) The authorities called in an independent expert to advise them. ► a medical/legal/financial etc. expert Medical experts agree that screening can prevent deaths from breast cancer. ► a health/safety/military etc. expert Some air safety experts have expressed concern. ► a forensic expert (=an expert on scientific methods for finding out about a crime) A forensic expert testified that the blood did not belong to Ellison. ► an industry expert (=an expert in a particular business) Industry experts estimate that fishermen will lose $1 million this year. ► 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 raise your children. verbs► talk to an expert/consult an expert If cracks appear in your house, you should consult an expert to find out what is causing the problem. ► experts say Experts say that the painting can be repaired. ► experts agree/believe Most experts agree that the new law will do little to solve the problem. ► experts advise/recommend/suggest something Most financial experts recommend not borrowing money with credit cards. ► experts predict/warn Terrorism experts have warned that there may be further attacks. THESAURUSsomeone who has a special skill or special knowledge of a subject, gained as a result of training or experience► expertsomeone who has a special skill or special knowledge of a subject, gained as a result of training or experience: Legal experts say the ruling will likely be overturned. I’m no expert, but I think that number is way too high. ► specialist someone who has studied a particular subject for a long time and knows much more about it than other people: Mr. Lowe is a specialist in immigration law. ► authority someone whose knowledge and opinions on a particular subject are greatly respected: Dr. Hyde is a leading authority on skin diseases. ► connoisseur someone who knows a lot about something such as art, food, or music, and who can recognize when something is of good quality: Ken said the table is valuable and I believe him – he is a connoisseur of antiques. ► virtusoso someone who has a special skill, for example in playing a musical instrument or a sport, and who can do difficult things in a way that seems easy: The violin concerto was performed by virtuoso Joshua Bell. someone who has a special skill or special knowledge of a subject, gained as a result of training or experience: expert on He’s a leading expert on ancient Egyptian art.expert in After law school, she became an expert in tax law.expert at Craig is an expert at making other people look foolish. Legal experts say the ruling will likely be overturned.according to experts The car is the safest on the market, according to industry experts. I’m no expert, but I think that number is way too high. [Origin: Old French, Latin expertus, past participle of experiri to try out]THESAURUSspecialist – someone who has studied a particular subject for a long time and knows much more about it than other people: Mr. Lowe is a specialist in immigration law.authority – someone whose knowledge and opinions on a particular subject are greatly respected: Dr. Hyde is a leading authority on skin diseases.connoisseur – someone who knows a lot about something such as art, food, or music, and who can recognize when something is of good quality: Ken said the table is valuable and I believe him – he is a connoisseur of antiques.virtusoso – someone who has a special skill, for example in playing a musical instrument or a sport, and who can do difficult things in a way that seems easy: The violin concerto was performed by virtuoso Joshua Bell.COLLOCATIONSadjectives/nouns + experta leading/top expert He is one of the country’s leading experts on climate change.an international/global/world expert (=someone who knows more about something than most people in the world) She is an international expert on tropical diseases.a recognized/acknowledged expert (=someone who people agree is an expert) The authors are acknowledged experts in this field.a renowned expert (=a famous expert) He is a renowned legal expert.an independent/outside expert (=someone who is not connected with an organization or the government) The authorities called in an independent expert to advise them.a medical/legal/financial etc. expert Medical experts agree that screening can prevent deaths from breast cancer.a health/safety/military etc. expert Some air safety experts have expressed concern.a forensic expert (=an expert on scientific methods for finding out about a crime) A forensic expert testified that the blood did not belong to Ellison.an industry expert (=an expert in a particular business) Industry experts estimate that fishermen will lose $1 million this year.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 raise your children.verbstalk to an expert/consult an expert If cracks appear in your house, you should consult an expert to find out what is causing the problem.experts say Experts say that the painting can be repaired.experts agree/believe Most experts agree that the new law will do little to solve the problem.experts advise/recommend/suggest something Most financial experts recommend not borrowing money with credit cards.experts predict/warn Terrorism experts have warned that there may be further attacks. noun | adjective expertexpert2 ●●● W2 AWL adjective ETYMOLOGYexpert2Origin: 1300-1400 Old French Latin expertus, past participle of experiri; ➔ EXPERIENCE1 ► expert eye They worked under the expert eye of their professor. THESAURUSgood at doing something, especially something that needs special ability or training► skillfulgood at doing something, especially something that needs special ability or training: Margaret is a skillful surgeon. ► expert very skillful and experienced at doing something: He’s an expert cook. ► accomplished very skillful, especially at artistic or creative things: She is an accomplished pianist who has performed around the world. ► talented very good at doing something because you have a natural ability: His coach saw that he was a talented young player. ► gifted extremely good at doing something because you have a great natural ability: Atwood is one of the most gifted writers of her generation. ► adept/deft good at doing something that needs a lot of care and skill: She became adept at dealing with difficult customers. ► cunning skillful at tricking people in order to get what you want: He has proven to be a cunning politician. 1having a special skill or special knowledge of a subject: an expert watchmaker► see thesaurus at skillful2relating to or coming from an expert: expert advice They worked under the expert eye of their professor.—expertly adverb—expertness noun [uncountable] |