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expert, learned person, person of knowledge
A person with specialized knowledge or expertise in a particular field. Often used in formal and governmental contexts to refer to advisors or committee members.
Usage
A formal term commonly encountered in news and government contexts. Frequently appears in the compound 有識者会議 (expert panel/advisory council), which is a common mechanism for policy consultation in Japan.
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Synonym:
専門家 (expert, specialist)