experts

word · lemma: expert

/ˈɛkspɝts/
EK-spurts
/ˈɛkspɜːts/
EK-spurts

Definition

Experts are people who know a lot about a particular subject or skill because of study or experience. They are often trusted to give advice, solve problems, or explain difficult things.

Usage & Nuances

Usually refers to people with strong knowledge in a specific field: 'medical experts', 'security experts'. 'Expert in' is common ('an expert in finance'). 'Expert' can also be an adjective, as in 'expert advice' or 'expert help'.

Example Sentences

The experts studied the new disease.

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Many experts say this food is healthy.

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The company brought in experts to figure out why sales were dropping.

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Social media is full of self-proclaimed experts these days.

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We asked experts for help with the computer problem.

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Even the experts don't agree on what will happen next.

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