Orientalist
noun
A person who studies or has a special knowledge of the Eastern cultures, languages, and arts.
She became an Orientalist after studying the Asian civilization for many years.
Often appears as...
- renowned orientalist
- noted orientalist
Usage tips
Academic
adjective
Relating to the study or representation of Asian cultures and peoples by Western scholars or artists.
His Orientalist paintings represent a romanticized view of Eastern cultures.
Often appears as...
- orientalist approach
- orientalist perspective
Usage tips
Academic
noun
A person who studies or has a special knowledge of the Eastern cultures, languages, and arts.
She became an Orientalist after studying the Asian civilization for many years.
Often appears as...
- renowned orientalist
- noted orientalist
Usage tips
Academic
adjective
Relating to the study or representation of Asian cultures and peoples by Western scholars or artists.
His Orientalist paintings represent a romanticized view of Eastern cultures.
Often appears as...
- orientalist approach
- orientalist perspective
Usage tips
Academic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Academic Focus
The term is mainly used in academic contexts, rather than everyday conversation.
His thesis advisor is a distinguished Orientalist specializing in Persian literature.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Expertise
Implies deep understanding of Eastern cultures, beyond surface-level knowledge.
The Orientalist spoke eight languages, enabling her to interpret ancient manuscripts.
Pro Tip 3/3Specialized Study
An Orientalist usually has formal education in the field of Eastern studies.
He is pursuing a Doctorate and aims to be an Orientalist in Middle Eastern history.
Pro Tip 1/3Academic Focus
The term is mainly used in academic contexts, rather than everyday conversation.
His thesis advisor is a distinguished Orientalist specializing in Persian literature.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Expertise
Implies deep understanding of Eastern cultures, beyond surface-level knowledge.
The Orientalist spoke eight languages, enabling her to interpret ancient manuscripts.
Pro Tip 3/3Specialized Study
An Orientalist usually has formal education in the field of Eastern studies.
He is pursuing a Doctorate and aims to be an Orientalist in Middle Eastern history.
Pro Tip 1/3Academic Focus
The term is mainly used in academic contexts, rather than everyday conversation.
His thesis advisor is a distinguished Orientalist specializing in Persian literature.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Expertise
Implies deep understanding of Eastern cultures, beyond surface-level knowledge.
The Orientalist spoke eight languages, enabling her to interpret ancient manuscripts.
Pro Tip 3/3Specialized Study
An Orientalist usually has formal education in the field of Eastern studies.
He is pursuing a Doctorate and aims to be an Orientalist in Middle Eastern history.
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