
Expert
Subject Specific
Use 'expert' when referring to a person's deep understanding of a particular topic.

A chess expert can anticipate moves many turns ahead.
Not a Beginner
'Expert' implies a high level of proficiency, more than just a hobbyist or amateur.

Only an expert in linguistics can decipher this manuscript.
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