consultant
UK: kənˈsʌltənt | US: kənˈsʌltənt
n. a person who provides expert advice professionally
n. a specialist hired to analyze and solve problems in a specific field
The word "consultant" derives from the Latin consultare, meaning "to deliberate or take counsel." The root consult retains its core meaning of seeking advice, while the suffix -ant (from Latin -antem) denotes a person who performs the action. Historically, the term evolved in the 17th century to describe professionals offering specialized guidance, reflecting its logical progression from "one who consults" to "one who provides consultation."
The company hired a marketing consultant to improve its brand strategy.
As a financial consultant, she advises clients on investment opportunities.
The IT consultant identified critical vulnerabilities in the system.
He works independently as a freelance business consultant.
The government brought in a legal consultant to review the policy draft.