generalist
|gen-er-al-ist|
B2
/ˈdʒɛnərəˌlɪst/
multi-skilled
Etymology
Etymology Information
'generalist' originates from the word 'general,' which comes from Latin 'generalis,' meaning 'pertaining to a genus or kind.'
Historical Evolution
'general' evolved from the Old French word 'general,' which was derived from Latin 'generalis.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to a genus or kind,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person competent in several fields.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person competent in several different fields or activities.
In a small company, a generalist might handle marketing, sales, and customer service.
Synonyms
all-rounderjack-of-all-trades
Antonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35