Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
anthropologist
noun
/ænˈθrɒpəˌlɒdʒɪst/
Definition
A person who studies anthropology, which is the science that deals with human societies, cultures, and their development.
Examples
- Dr. Smith is a renowned anthropologist known for her work on indigenous cultures.
- The anthropologist conducted field research in various communities to understand their traditions.
- As an anthropologist, he traveled extensively to study different ways of life.
Meaning
An anthropologist seeks to understand the complexities of human behavior and the cultural practices that shape societies.
Synonyms
- cultural researcher
- social scientist
- ethnologist