entomologist
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for entomologist, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A scientist who studies insects.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From "entomology" (the study of insects, from Greek entomon, "insect") plus the suffix "-ist," meaning "one who practices."
Full origin of entomologist →Frequently asked questions
What does “entomologist” mean?
The word “entomologist” means a scientist who studies insects. In plain terms, someone whose job or field of study is insects.
How do you use “entomologist” in a sentence?
Here is “entomologist” used in a sentence: “The entomologist spent the summer cataloguing beetles in the rainforest.”
What part of speech is “entomologist”?
“Entomologist” is a noun.
Where does the word “entomologist” come from?
The word “entomologist” comes from Greek. From "entomology" (the study of insects, from Greek entomon, "insect") plus the suffix "-ist," meaning "one who practices.".