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querist

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈkwɪərɪst/

KK: /ˈkwɪrɪst/

noun
Definition

A person who asks questions or seeks information.


Example

The querist raised several important points during the meeting.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever met a querist at a conference?
Sloth B
Not really, but I've heard they ask some really interesting questions.
Sloth A
Yeah, they seem to keep the discussions lively and engaging.
Sloth B
For sure! A good querist can make a big difference in any conversation.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
inquirer
questioner
interrogator
Antonyms
respondent
answerer
replier
Root Explanation

Querist → It is formed from "quaerere" (meaning to seek or ask) and the suffix "-ist" (meaning one who practices or is concerned with). A querist is one who seeks information or asks questions.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'seeking' ('quaerere') answers or information — that's why a querist is someone who asks questions.

Visually Confused Words
quest
lacquerist
quietist
queerity
queerish
numerist
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