Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

slavist

Noun
/ˈslævɪst/
Definition
A person who studies or advocates for the languages, cultures, or peoples of Slavic countries.
Examples
  • The slavist presented her research at the international conference on Eastern European culture.
  • He has a deep appreciation for the works of famous slavists throughout history.
Meaning
A slavist is often involved in the academic study of Slavic languages and literature, as well as the history and cultural practices of Slavic nations.
Synonyms
  • Slavic scholar
  • Slavicist
  • Russianist