pundit
3 synonyms for pundit, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person regarded as an expert who offers opinions or commentary, especially in the media.
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.
savant
learned person
How to use pundit
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
political pundit
TV pundit
Etymology
Borrowed via Hindi from Sanskrit pandita, meaning "scholar" or "learned man."
Full origin of pundit →Frequently asked questions
What does “pundit” mean?
The word “pundit” means a person regarded as an expert who offers opinions or commentary, especially in the media. In plain terms, a commentator or expert who gives opinions publicly, or a learned Hindu scholar.
How do you pronounce “pundit”?
“Pundit” is pronounced PUHN-diht (/ˈpʌn.dɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “pundit” in a sentence?
Here is “pundit” used in a sentence: “Political pundits debated the election results all night.”
What part of speech is “pundit”?
“Pundit” is a noun.
Where does the word “pundit” come from?
The word “pundit” comes from Sanskrit. Borrowed via Hindi from Sanskrit pandita, meaning "scholar" or "learned man.".
How many meanings does “pundit” have?
“Pundit” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person regarded as an expert who offers opinions or commentary, especially in the media.
