psychiater

/sî.ki.a.të.r/

Definitions

1. noun

a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of mental health disorders

“The patient visited a psychiater for therapy sessions to manage their anxiety.”

2. noun

an old-fashioned or archaic term for a psychiatrist

“In the past, the term psychiater was often used to describe a mental health specialist.”

Synonyms

  • psychiatrist
  • psychologist

Antonyms

  • general practitioner
  • physician