psychologist

noun

psy·​chol·​o·​gist sī-ˈkä-lə-jist How to pronounce psychologist (audio)
plural psychologists
: a person who specializes in the study of mind and behavior or in the treatment of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders : a specialist in psychology

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Some early studies are showing that people using AI chatbots designed with cognitive behavior therapy principles experienced decreases in symptoms of anxiety and depression, according to psychologists. — Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 31 Aug. 2026 John Watson, the influential psychologist, advised parents not to hug or kiss their children. — Andrew Silow-Carroll, Sun Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2026 Counselors and psychologists from University of Kansas Health System will be available to meet with students at William Jewell. — Pj Green august 30, Kansas City Star, 30 Aug. 2026 Top esports teams now have physical therapists, performance psychologists, athletic trainers and even massage therapists on staff to optimize the performance and recovery of their players. — Erica D. Henn, The Conversation, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for psychologist

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First Known Use

1871, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of psychologist was in 1871

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“Psychologist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/psychologist. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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psychologist

noun
psy·​chol·​o·​gist
sī-ˈkäl-ə-jəst
: a specialist in psychology

Medical Definition

psychologist

noun
psy·​chol·​o·​gist sī-ˈkäl-ə-jəst How to pronounce psychologist (audio)
: a specialist in psychology
especially : a practitioner of clinical psychology, counseling, or guidance
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