noun

economist

economist

An economist predicted a rise in inflation.

An economist predicted a rise in inflation.

She is a leading economist at the central bank.

She is a leading economist at the central bank.

((an economist)) a person who studies economics An economist studies the economy.

Synonyms: financial expert, analyst

From 'economy' + '-ist' (a person who practices something). 'Economy' comes from Greek 'oikonomia' (household management).

Think of someone who is an 'artist' of the 'economy'.

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