academist
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/əˈkædəmɪst/
academic scholar
Etymology
Etymology Information
'academist' originates from the word 'academy,' which comes from the Greek 'Akadēmia,' the name of the garden where Plato taught.
Historical Evolution
'Akadēmia' transformed into the Latin 'academia,' and eventually became the modern English word 'academy,' from which 'academist' is derived.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a place of learning, but over time it evolved to refer to individuals associated with academic institutions.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who is an academic or scholar, often involved in teaching or research at a university or other institution of higher education.
The academist presented his research at the international conference.
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Last updated: 2025/04/10 07:36