economist

[ ih-kon-uh-mist ]

noun

1. a specialist in economics.
2. Archaic. a thrifty or frugal person.

economist

/ ɪˈkɒnəmɪst /

noun

1. a specialist in economics
2. archaic.
   a person who advocates or practises frugality

Word History and Origins

Origin of economist¹

First recorded in 1580–90; econom(y) + -ist

Example Sentences

As such, voters might have felt that another wage hike was unnecessary, said Chris Thornberg, an economist who founded Beacon Economics, a research and consulting firm in Los Angeles.

From Los Angeles Times

Companies and economists have said the plan could increase consumer prices and drive inflation.

From Salon

A preelection survey from the Wall Street Journal found most economists believed inflation and interest rates would be higher under policies proposed by Trump than Vice President Kamala Harris.

From Los Angeles Times

That said, the rate of home price growth is slowing, something many economists expected to happen given the mismatch between incomes and prices.

From Los Angeles Times

Along with his role as an economist, Bawumia has also built the reputation of being a digital visionary.

From BBC