physicist
UK: ˈfɪz.ɪ.sɪst | US: ˈfɪz.ɪ.sɪst
n. a scientist who specializes in physics
n. an expert in the study of matter, energy, and their interactions
The word traces back to Aristotle’s ta physika (lit. "the natural things"), which evolved into physica in Latin as the term for natural philosophy. By the 16th century, "physic" narrowed to medicine, while "physics" emerged for the study of nature’s laws. The suffix -ist (as in artist) was added in the 18th century to label specialists in this field, reflecting the professionalization of science.
Marie Curie was a pioneering physicist who won two Nobel Prizes.
The physicist explained quantum mechanics with vivid analogies.
Modern physicists often collaborate across disciplines like astronomy and engineering.
As a theoretical physicist, her work focused on black hole thermodynamics.
The conference brought together physicists from over 30 countries.