Definition

A person who is part of a group that discusses or gives opinions on a specific topic, often in front of an audience.

Example

The panelist shared her insights on climate change during the conference.

Conversation

Did you watch the discussion last night with the panelist on climate change?

Yeah, I found it really insightful and informative!

I was surprised by how many different viewpoints the panelist had.

Same here! It definitely made me think about the issue more deeply.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Panelist → It is formed from "panel" (from Old French *panel*, meaning a flat piece or section) and "-ist" (meaning a person who practices or is concerned with something). A panelist is a person who is part of a group discussing or presenting on a specific topic.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'panel' as a group of people discussing something, and '-ist' means a person involved. So, a panelist is someone who participates in that discussion.

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