Classicist

usgb/ˈklæsɪsɪst/
noun

A person who studies or admires classical antiquity, particularly Greek and Roman culture.

As a classicist, he spent his life studying ancient Greek and Roman literature.
Visual representation of "classicist" - A person who studies or admires classical antiquity, particularly Greek and Roman culture.

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  • greek classicist
  • roman classicist
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Academic Focus

Classicist used in academia implies an expert in ancient Greek and Roman studies.

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She is a respected classicist at the university.
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Respect for Antiquity

A classicist not only studies but often holds great reverence for classical cultures.

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As a classicist, he argued for the value of learning Latin.
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Not a Time Traveler

Despite focusing on the past, a classicist isn't outdated but actively contributes to historical scholarship.

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The classicist presented new findings on ancient warfare.
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