IST suffix Flashcard

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What is a journalist?

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A journalist is a person who writes news stories or articles for newspapers, magazines, or online media.

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What does it mean to be an optimist?

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An optimist is someone who tends to see the positive side of things and expects good outcomes.

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What is a finalist?

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A finalist is a person who has made it to the final round of a competition or selection process.

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What is a naturalist?

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A naturalist is a person who studies or is an expert in natural history, especially a biologist.

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What is an artist?

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An artist is a person who creates art, such as paintings, drawings, or sculptures.

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What does the suffix '-ist' indicate?

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The suffix '-ist' is used to form nouns indicating a person who practices or is concerned with something.

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Can you give an example of a profession that uses the '-ist' suffix?

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Examples include dentist, artist, and journalist.

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What is the opposite of an optimist?

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The opposite of an optimist is a pessimist, who tends to see the negative side of things.

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What does a specialist do?

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A specialist is a person who is highly skilled in a specific area or field.

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What is the role of a naturalist in environmental conservation?

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A naturalist often works to protect and study the environment and its ecosystems.