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economist
/ɪˈkɒn.ə.mɪst/
[/ɪˈkɒn.ə.mɪst/]
financial analyst
Advancednoun
Definition
An economist is a person who studies how money, goods, and resources are produced and used.
Example
The economist warned that rising interest rates could slow the country's growth over the next year.
The economist warned that rising interest rates could slow the country's growth over the next year.
Etymology
From 'economy', from Greek 'oikonomia' (household management), from 'oikos' (house) and 'nomos' (law).
How & Where It’s Used
Used for experts who analyze and forecast economic trends and policy.