germanist
IPA: dʒɝmˈænɪst
Root Word: Germanist
noun
- (humanities; dated) A person who studies the Germanic languages, the associated literatures and/or cultures.
- (humanities) A person who specialises in the German language, literature and/or culture of the German-speaking world.
adjective
- (historiography, law) Pertaining to the school of thought which downplays or denies the continuity of legal and cultural institutions between Rome and later medieval Europe, highlighting the role of external influences and innovation in the decline of the Roman Empire.
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Examples of "germanist" in Sentences
- The Germanist conference is taking place next week and I am excited to attend and learn more about the latest research in the field
- As a Germanist, I specialize in the study of German language, literature, and culture
- The professor is a renowned Germanist, known for his expertise in Goethe's works
- She decided to pursue a career as a Germanist after studying abroad in Berlin and falling in love with the language and culture
- The department hired a new Germanist to teach advanced courses in modern German literature
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