noun
pundit
PUHN-diht
Pundit (noun) means a person regarded as an expert who offers opinions or commentary, especially in the media. Example: “Political pundits debated the election results all night.”
noun
1
A person regarded as an expert who offers opinions or commentary, especially in the media.
"Political pundits debated the election results all night."
2
A learned Hindu scholar, especially one versed in Sanskrit, religion, or law.
"The pundit was consulted on the correct timing for the ceremony."
How to use pundit
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA commentator or expert who gives opinions publicly, or a learned Hindu scholar.
Common pairings
political pundit
TV pundit
Vocabulary Flow
Build your vocabulary from words like pundit.
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
Word forms
- Plural
- pundits
Fill the gap
Can you complete this real example?
Political _____ debated the election results all night.
Etymology
Borrowed via Hindi from Sanskrit pandita, meaning "scholar" or "learned man."
Synonyms
View more →Related words
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.
Featured in
Vocabulary lists that include pundit:
