pharmacist
9 synonyms for pharmacist, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A trained professional who prepares and dispenses medicines and advises patients on how to use them safely.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use pharmacist
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
consult a pharmacist
qualified pharmacist
hospital pharmacist
Etymology
Built from "pharmacy" plus the agent suffix "-ist," ultimately tracing back to Greek roots meaning the practice of preparing drugs.
Full origin of pharmacist →Frequently asked questions
What does “pharmacist” mean?
The word “pharmacist” means a trained professional who prepares and dispenses medicines and advises patients on how to use them safely. In plain terms, the person at the pharmacy who prepares your medication and gives advice about it.
How do you pronounce “pharmacist”?
“Pharmacist” is pronounced FAHR-muh-sihst (/ˈfɑɹməsɪst/ in IPA).
How do you use “pharmacist” in a sentence?
Here is “pharmacist” used in a sentence: “The pharmacist explained the side effects before handing over the prescription.”
What is another word for “pharmacist”?
Words with a similar meaning to “pharmacist” include druggist, chemist, pharmacian, apothecary, pharmacopolist and quack.
What part of speech is “pharmacist”?
“Pharmacist” is a noun.
Where does the word “pharmacist” come from?
The word “pharmacist” comes from Greek. Built from "pharmacy" plus the agent suffix "-ist," ultimately tracing back to Greek roots meaning the practice of preparing drugs.
Is “pharmacist” a common word?
“Pharmacist” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
