TECHNICIANS Synonyms: 71 Similar and Opposite Words

technicians

noun

plural of technician

as in specialists

a person whose job requires specialized knowledge of the practical use of machines or science She's studying to become an ultrasound technician.

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Recent Examples of technicians Skilled technicians, engineering expertise, and dedicated MRO infrastructure are difficult capabilities to build quickly. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2026 If wear occurs, technicians simply replace the modular protector rather than the entire cable carrier assembly. — IEEE Spectrum, 3 Sep. 2026 An aging population, growing healthcare needs and rising energy demand are expected to create strong opportunities for healthcare workers, data scientists and renewable energy technicians. — Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026 Until recently, remote animation artists and technicians working on the same projects as their Los Angeles counterparts did not receive the same wage scales, benefits or protections. — Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 1 Sep. 2026 Forestry technicians often work part time as firefighters; some make sure that smokejumpers get picked up after a long firefight. — M. R. O’Connor, New Yorker, 31 Aug. 2026 Jobs for engineers and technicians building rockets, airplanes and weapons have drawn families from afar. — Michael Finnegan, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026 Bolleau alleged sound technicians could hear many of the comments, but no one intervened or asked what the adult employee was saying to her. — Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 28 Aug. 2026 Of three skilled technicians working in one department of Roman's team, two left, according to Lisa, which put further strain on the telescope's ongoing qualification testing at the time. — Josh Dinner, Space.com, 27 Aug. 2026

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Noun

But commercial real estate demands a different skill set, just as healthcare has specialists and general practitioners.

— David Crown, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2026
The secretary has publicized his meetings with everyone from health technology CEOs and regenerative farmers to addiction recovery specialists, fast-food executives, and beyond.

— Lauren Chan, STAT, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of specialists

Noun

The film’s procedural aspect ticks along just fine, holding the attention without subverting expectations, and carried by actors who, much like the detectives in this case, are ultra-capable professionals with no inclination to go rogue on us.

— Guy Lodge, Variety, 28 Aug. 2026
Medical residents and professionals can earn a $1,000 referral bonus for referring other doctors, dentists, or residents.

— Rebecca Safier, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of professionals

Noun

Wellness services can extend to fitness evaluations, trainers, nutrition resources and lifestyle consultants.

— Nia Bowers, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026
To aid in the buildout of this new facility, the company has also expanded its engineering capability by appointing process and chemical engineering consultants.

— Cleo Levin, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of consultants

Noun

Below, the experts break down this fall’s biggest makeup trends.

— Loren Savini, Allure, 4 Sep. 2026
Though historically rare, murder or homicide charges in high-speed crashes that don’t involve drugs or alcohol are becoming increasingly common, according to experts interviewed by USA TODAY.

— Amanda Lee Myers, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2026

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