analyst

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/ˈænəɫɪst/
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/ˈænɐlˌɪst/
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Definition

A person whose job is to study or examine something carefully to understand it, often giving advice or opinions, especially in fields like business, finance, or sports.

Usage & Nuances

'Analyst' is used formally and professionally in business, finance, sports, IT, and the media. Common combinations are 'financial analyst,' 'business analyst,' and 'sports analyst.' It refers to someone who interprets data or situations, not someone who does psychoanalysis (which would be a 'psychoanalyst').

Example Sentences

As an analyst, she spends her day reviewing reports and making recommendations.

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The TV invited an economic analyst to explain inflation to viewers.

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My brother works as a financial analyst.

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The sports channel has a famous analyst.

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Every morning, the market analyst shares updates on stock prices.

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The company hired a new analyst.

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