arabist

ˈærəbɪst

Definitions

1. noun

A person who has made a particular study of Arabic or the people of the Arab world.

“The professor was a renowned Arabist and expert in Middle Eastern history.”

2. noun

A person who is an expert in or has a strong interest in Arab culture, language, or affairs.

“She was a passionate Arabist and used her knowledge to promote cross-cultural understanding.”

Synonyms

  • middle-easternist
  • orientalist

Antonyms

  • anti-arabist