psychiatrist

[si-kahy-uh-trist, sahy-]

noun

1. a physician who practices psychiatry.

Word History and Origins

Origin of psychiatrist¹

First recorded in 1885–90; psychiatr(y) + -ist

Example Sentences

His sister Dr Keri Lodge, a consultant psychiatrist, said there was an "overwhelming lack of urgency" when her brother arrived at hospital.

From BBC

Letters poured into Coca-Cola headquarters by the thousands, and the phone lines swamped; a psychiatrist brought in to listen reported hearing people mourn as if a relative had died.

From Salon

The 32-year-old from Duarte dreams of becoming a psychiatrist, a path that was inspired by her own experience navigating a chronic mental health condition.

From Los Angeles Times

"Both stated that they had never been injured, were completely free to move and make their own decisions, and refused to be examined by a doctor or a psychiatrist," the prosecutor added.

From BBC

Let’s unpack our need to unpack the whole “woman on TikTok who fell in love with her psychiatrist” saga.

From Los Angeles Times

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