Economist

/ɪˈkɒnəmɪst/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person who studies or specializes in economics, the social science that analyzes the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.

The economist presented her findings on the impact of inflation on consumer behavior.

An expert or analyst in economic issues who may provide policy advice and economic forecasting.

Many economists agree that tax cuts could stimulate economic growth.

A researcher or academic who conducts studies on various economic topics.

The renowned economist published a new paper on the effects of globalization.

A writer or commentator who provides insights and analysis on economic matters.

As a leading economist, he often writes articles for top financial publications.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek word 'oikonomos', meaning 'one who manages a household'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

behavioral economist

An economist who studies the effects of psychological, social, and emotional factors on economic decisions.

environmental economist

An economist focused on environmental issues and resources.

labor economist

An economist who studies labor markets and employment dynamics.

Related Words

economics

The study of how societies use scarce resources to produce valuable commodities and distribute them.

microeconomics

The branch of economics that studies individual consumers and businesses.

macroeconomics

The branch of economics that studies the economy as a whole.

Slang Meanings

Econ whiz

He's such an econ whiz; he can calculate GDP in his head.

Data nerd

She’s a data nerd who loves diving into economic models.