generalist
The word “generalist” has 4 syllables: gen-er-al-ist
It's pronounced as /ˈdʒɛn.ər.ə.lɪst/
What is synonym and antonym for generalist?
In the thesaurus, “generalist” has 19 synonyms and 5 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for generalist along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for generalist
- afficionado
- aficionado
- all-rounder
- amateur
- buff
- dabbler
- devotee
- dilettante
- enthusiast
- fan
- general practitioner
- hobbyist
- jack-of-all-trades
- layman
- nonexpert
- nonprofessional
- potterer
- putterer
- tinkerer
Antonyms for generalist
- authority
- expert
- pro
- professional
- specialist
Meanings of generalist
- noun
- A person with a broad general knowledge, especially one with more than superficial knowledge in several areas and the ability to combine ideas from diverse fields.
- A general practitioner.
- Species which can thrive in a wide variety of environmental conditions.
Example Sentences
- A generalist can adapt to various roles within a company.
- Unlike a specialist, a generalist has knowledge across many different fields.
- The company hired a generalist to manage multiple departments.
- Being a generalist is useful in startups where flexibility is key.
- As a generalist, she enjoys exploring new topics rather than focusing on one area.
On this page you'll find 24 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to generalist, such as: afficionado, aficionado, all-rounder, amateur, authority, buff, dabbler.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
Related Words
dabbler
- abecedarian
- afficionado
- aficionado
- all-rounder
- amateur
- beginner
- buff
- devotee
- dilettante
- enthusiast
- fan
- general practitioner
- generalist
- hobbyist
- jack-of-all-trades
- layman
- loafer
- nonexpert
- nonprofessional
- novice
- potterer
- pretender
- putterer
- smatterer
- tinkerer
- trifler
- tyro
- uninitiate