1. a scholar who studies Semitic languages, cultures, or peoples
Usage: academic

Examples

• The semitist published a comprehensive study of ancient Hebrew texts.
• As a renowned semitist, she specialized in comparative Semitic linguistics.
• The university hired a new semitist to teach Arabic and Aramaic courses.
• The semitist’s research focused on the historical development of Semitic writing systems.
• Many semitists collaborate with archaeologists to interpret ancient inscriptions.
• The conference brought together semitists from universities around the world.