neurologist
1 synonym for neurologist, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A doctor who specializes in the nervous system and its disorders.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
brain doctor
How to use neurologist
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
see a neurologist
pediatric neurologist
consult a neurologist
Etymology
From neuro- ("nerve") plus -logist ("one who studies"), ultimately from Greek neuron ("nerve").
Full origin of neurologist →Frequently asked questions
What does “neurologist” mean?
The word “neurologist” means a doctor who specializes in the nervous system and its disorders. In plain terms, a doctor who treats problems with the brain, spinal cord, and nerves.
How do you use “neurologist” in a sentence?
Here is “neurologist” used in a sentence: “The neurologist ordered an MRI to check for nerve damage.”
What part of speech is “neurologist”?
“Neurologist” is a noun.
Where does the word “neurologist” come from?
The word “neurologist” comes from Greek. From neuro- ("nerve") plus -logist ("one who studies"), ultimately from Greek neuron ("nerve").
