archaeologist
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for archaeologist, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Someone who studies past human life by excavating and analyzing physical remains such as buildings, tools, and bones.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From "archaeology" plus the "-ist" suffix, meaning "a person who practices".
Full origin of archaeologist →Frequently asked questions
What does “archaeologist” mean?
The word “archaeologist” means someone who studies past human life by excavating and analyzing physical remains such as buildings, tools, and bones. In plain terms, a person whose job or study is archaeology.
How do you pronounce “archaeologist”?
“Archaeologist” is pronounced ah-kee-OL-uh-jihst (/ˌɑɹ.kiˈɑ.lə.d͡ʒɪst/ in IPA).
How do you use “archaeologist” in a sentence?
Here is “archaeologist” used in a sentence: “The archaeologist carefully brushed dirt away from the ancient skeleton.”
What part of speech is “archaeologist”?
“Archaeologist” is a noun.
Is “archaeologist” a common word?
“Archaeologist” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.