mavens

noun

variants also mavins
Definition of mavensnext
plural of maven
1
as in experts
a person with a high level of knowledge or skill in a field an investment maven, he was doing well even when the market was doing poorly

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2
as in fans
a person with a strong and habitual liking for something a science-fiction maven who could talk for hours about fictional technology

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  1. experts
  2. enthusiasts
  3. scholars
  4. lovers
  5. aficionados
Noun
  • The campaign includes educational talks by nutrition experts and the active involvement of the CEO.
    Nadia Edwards-Dashti, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Based on past billing, experts predicted a 6% reduction in that gap.
    Peter Ubel, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of experts
Noun
  • Popular on Variety For years, Oscar enthusiasts and industry insiders have called for a simulcast of the telecast, citing the importance of embracing changing viewing habits in an increasingly digital world.
    Clayton Davis, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Makers often share their plans online with other enthusiasts.
    Corey Kilgannon, New York Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of enthusiasts
Noun
  • Whereas some scholars resign themselves to the rigidity of academia, Giovanni, who was an English professor at Virginia Tech until 2022, remained committed to learning new lessons.
    Hannah Giorgis, The Atlantic, 11 Dec. 2024
  • This week's quiz highlights frozen firsts, Santa scholars and constitutional milestones.
    Sydney Borchers, Fox News, 8 Dec. 2024
Definition of scholars
Noun
  • Amid a euphoric gathering, the audience is introduced to young lovers, José Arcadio Buendía (Marco Antonio González) and Úrsula Iguarán (Susana Morales).
    Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
  • His fantasy turns into reality when the bandmates and former lovers accept his invitation to play a private show at his home on Wallis Island.
    Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of lovers
Noun
  • Film aficionados should actually head about 30 minutes out from downtown Chicago to the city of Evanston, Illinois (home of Northwestern University).
    Nerdwallet, Twin Cities, 7 Dec. 2024
  • The song was embraced by fans across generations, from young listeners in Miami to long-time aficionados of salsa and Cuban music.
    Walaa Elsiddig, Billboard, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of aficionados
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