noun
epidemiologist
ep-uh-dee-mee-OL-uh-jist
Epidemiologist (noun) means a scientist, often also a medical doctor, who specialises in epidemiology. Example: “She works as an epidemiologist for a research institute.”
noun
1
epidemiology A scientist, often also a medical doctor, who specialises in epidemiology.
"She works as an epidemiologist for a research institute."
"The government consulted an epidemiologist before making its decision."
"He has spent his career as a respected epidemiologist."
How to use epidemiologist
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA specialist who works in epidemiology.
When to use it
This is a neutral, professional term used in science and medicine.
Memory tip
The ending -ologist marks a person who practises a science, as in biologist or endocrinologist.
Trace the full origin ↓
Common pairings
leading epidemiologist
chief epidemiologist
trained as an epidemiologist
consult an epidemiologist
Vocabulary Flow
Build your vocabulary from words like epidemiologist.
Vocabulary Flow serves the next word, and the next — meaning, pronunciation and an example each time. Practice at your level, or learn English in your own language.
Start vocabulary practice
Fill the gap
Can you complete this real example?
She works as an _____ for a research institute.
Etymology
Formed within English by adding the agent suffix -ist to epidemiology, giving the sense of a person who specialises in that field.
Rhymes for epidemiologist
geologist
zoologist
biologist
urologist
oncologist
genealogist
sociologist
etymologist
radiologist
neurologist
pathologist
seismologist
See all rhymes for epidemiologist →
Frequently asked questions
What does an epidemiologist do?
An epidemiologist specialises in epidemiology, often working as a scientist or medical doctor in that field.
Do you have to be a doctor to be an epidemiologist?
Not always; an epidemiologist is often a medical doctor but can also be a scientist without a medical qualification.
How is the word epidemiologist related to epidemiology?
Epidemiologist is formed from epidemiology plus the ending -ist, meaning a person who practises it.
What is the meaning of epidemiologist?
"epidemiologist" (noun) means a scientist, often also a medical doctor, who specialises in epidemiology.
