pharmacologist
What is another word for pharmacologist? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A person who studies or specialises in pharmacology, the science of drugs and their effects.
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How to use pharmacologist
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
clinical pharmacologist
research pharmacologist
trained as a pharmacologist
pharmacologist at the university
It is a neutral, professional term used in science and medicine.
Etymology
Pharmacologist was formed within English by adding the suffix -ist, meaning a person who studies or practises something, to the word pharmacology.
Full origin of pharmacologist →Frequently asked questions
What does a pharmacologist do?
A pharmacologist studies pharmacology, which covers how drugs work and affect the body.
Is a pharmacologist the same as a pharmacist?
No. A pharmacist dispenses and advises on medicines, while a pharmacologist is a scientist who researches how drugs behave and act.
Where does the word pharmacologist come from?
It comes from pharmacology with the suffix -ist added, marking someone who studies that field.
