connoisseur
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for connoisseur, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Someone with expert knowledge and refined judgment in a particular field, especially art, food, or wine.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use connoisseur
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a connoisseur of
wine connoisseur
art connoisseur
Etymology
Borrowed around 1710 from French "connoisseur," an old spelling of "connaisseur," from "connaître," meaning "to know."
Full origin of connoisseur →Frequently asked questions
What does “connoisseur” mean?
The word “connoisseur” means someone with expert knowledge and refined judgment in a particular field, especially art, food, or wine. In plain terms, a true expert with refined taste in a particular subject, often art, food, or drink.
How do you pronounce “connoisseur”?
“Connoisseur” is pronounced ko-nuh-SUR (/ˌkɑnəˈsɝ/ in IPA).
How do you use “connoisseur” in a sentence?
Here is “connoisseur” used in a sentence: “He's a real connoisseur of fine wine and can name a vintage by taste alone.”
What part of speech is “connoisseur”?
“Connoisseur” is a noun.
Where does the word “connoisseur” come from?
The word “connoisseur” dates back to around 1710 and comes from French. Borrowed around 1710 from French "connoisseur," an old spelling of "connaisseur," from "connaître," meaning "to know.".
