Definition

A person who studies the Earth, its structure, and the materials it is made of.

Example

The geologist explained how the mountains were formed over millions of years.

Conversation

I heard you’re interested in becoming a geologist one day.

Yeah, I find rocks and the earth's processes really fascinating.

That sounds awesome! What made you choose to study geology specifically?

I love being outdoors, and a geologist gets to explore nature all the time!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Geologist → It is formed from "geo-" (from Greek "gē", meaning earth) and "-logist" (from Greek "logia", meaning study or science). A geologist is someone who studies the earth.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who studies the 'earth' ('geo-') and the 'science' of it ('-logist'). This helps you remember that a geologist is an expert in the study of the earth.

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