Synonyms for

Pharmacist

Verb / ˈfɑ:rmʌsɪst / Another word for pharmacist — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A pharmacist is a person who prepares and dispenses medicines.

Synonyms & similar words

pillroller pillpusher chemist druggist apothecary chemist druggist apothecary dispenser prescriptionist

Synonyms by register

Formal

dispenser apothecary

Informal

pill pusher drug dealer

Antonyms

patient customer client consumer recipient

Common collocations

  • community pharmacist
  • hospital pharmacist
  • registered pharmacist
  • consult a pharmacist
  • ask the pharmacist
  • pharmacist's advice
  • pharmacist on duty

Word family

noun pharmacist
verb dispense
adjective pharmaceutical

Usage note

While 'apothecary' is an older term for pharmacist, it is rarely used in modern English. 'Pharmacist' is the standard and most common term.

Example sentences

  1. The pharmacist gave me the right medicine for my cold.
  2. My mom is a pharmacist and she helps people feel better.
  3. The pharmacist counted the pills carefully before giving them to me.
  4. I went to the pharmacist to get my flu shot.
  5. The pharmacist explained how to take the medicine.

Quotes

  • The pharmacist is the physician of the soul. - Arabian Proverb
  • The pharmacist is the friend of humanity. - Louis Pasteur
  • The pharmacist is the interface between the patient and the drug. - Rolf Krebs

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