1. a person who studies or works in science, especially natural or physical science

Examples

• The scientist conducted experiments in the laboratory.
• Marie Curie was a famous scientist who won two Nobel Prizes.
• Computer scientists develop new software and algorithms.
• The team of scientists published their findings in a journal.
• She decided to become a scientist after taking chemistry class.
• Environmental scientists study climate change effects.
• The scientist used a microscope to examine the cells.