panelist

noun

pan·​el·​ist ˈpa-nᵊl-ist How to pronounce panelist (audio)
: a member of a discussion or advisory panel or of a radio or television panel

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The talks will continue next year, and the panelists were optimistic that more time will lead to a better overall treaty. Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024 The panelists then criticized a wave of online support for the suspect, with many citing issues with the healthcare industry as justification for making jokes about Thompson's death. Joey Nolfi, EW.com, 6 Dec. 2024 It’s been really meaningful to hear the panelists’ comments. Michael Schneider, Variety, 5 Dec. 2024 Tackling climate change The panelists underscored the urgent need for technological solutions to help address the climate crisis. Harry Booth, TIME, 25 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for panelist 

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First Known Use

1948, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of panelist was in 1948

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“Panelist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/panelist. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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panelist

noun
pan·​el·​ist ˈpan-ᵊl-əst How to pronounce panelist (audio)
: a member of a panel

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