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-ist

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20 words

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    scientistnoun/ˈsaɪəntɪst/

    a person who studies or practises science, conducting experiments and research

    The scientists published their findings in a major journal.

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    journalistnoun/ˈdʒɜːnəlɪst/

    a person who collects, writes, and publishes news stories for newspapers, TV, or online media

    A journalist interviewed the mayor about the new transport policy.

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    artistnoun/ˈɑːtɪst/

    a person who creates artworks such as paintings, sculptures, or installations

    The city commissioned a local artist to design the new sculpture in the park.

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    environmentalistnoun/ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmɛntlɪst/

    a person who works to protect the natural environment

    She has been an environmentalist since university, campaigning against plastic waste.

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    economistnoun/ɪˈkɒnəmɪst/

    a person who studies or advises about the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services

    Many economists warned that the policy would increase inflation.

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    terroristnoun/ˈtɛrərɪst/

    a person who uses violence and terror to achieve political aims

    Authorities arrested the suspected terrorist before he could carry out the attack.

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    touristnoun/ˈtʊərɪst/

    a person who is travelling for pleasure, not as a permanent resident

    The town depends on tourists for much of its income during the summer.

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    dentistnoun/ˈdentɪst/

    a medical professional who treats teeth and gums

    I need to see the dentist about a chipped tooth.

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    biologistnoun/baɪˈɒlədʒɪst/

    a scientist who studies living things

    The biologist published new findings about cell regeneration.

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    receptionistnoun/rɪˈsepʃənɪst/

    a person who greets and helps visitors at the front desk of a hotel or office

    I spoke to the receptionist to book a room for next weekend.

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    capitalistnoun/ˈkæpɪtəlɪst/

    a person who supports or benefits from a capitalist economic system; an investor

    Critics argue that capitalists often prioritise profit over workers' welfare.

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    cyclistnoun/ˈsaɪklɪst/

    a person who rides a bicycle, either for transport or sport

    Many cyclists use the new bike lane to commute to work.

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    psychologistnoun/saɪˈkɒlədʒɪst/

    a person who studies or treats mental processes and behaviour

    After months of stress, he finally spoke to a psychologist.

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    novelistnoun/ˈnɒvəlɪst/

    a person who writes novels (long fictional books)

    The novelist received a prestigious prize for her latest book.

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    activistnoun/ˈæktɪvɪst/

    a person who campaigns to bring about social or political change

    She became an environmental activist after seeing pollution in her town.

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    pianistnoun/ˈpiːənɪst/

    a person who plays the piano, especially professionally

    The pianist played a Chopin nocturne at the concert.

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    specialistnoun/ˈspeʃəlɪst/

    a person highly trained in a particular area

    We need to consult a soil specialist before building.

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    pharmacistnoun/ˈfɑːrməsɪst/

    a person qualified to prepare and dispense medicines

    The pharmacist advised me on how to take the tablets.

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    feministnoun/ˈfemɪnɪst/

    a person who supports social, political, and economic equality for women

    Many feminists campaign for equal pay.

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    linguistnoun/ˈlɪŋɡwɪst/

    a person who studies language scientifically

    As a linguist, she studies how children learn languages.

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