CEFR C1

connoisseur

noun

Meaning

An expert judge in matters of taste, especially in fine arts or food and drink.

Examples

She became a true connoisseur of classical music after years of studying and attending concerts.
The art gallery hired a renowned connoisseur to authenticate the newly acquired painting.

Synonyms: expert, specialist, aficionado, gourmet, maven

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connoisseur (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌkɒnəˈsɜːr/

Definition

An expert judge in matters of taste, especially in fine arts or food and drink.

Examples

She became a true connoisseur of classical music after years of studying and attending concerts.
The art gallery hired a renowned connoisseur to authenticate the newly acquired painting.
Only a true coffee connoisseur could appreciate the subtle notes in that rare blend.

How to Use connoisseur

connoisseur of (prepositional phrase): An expert in a particular area of taste or knowledge. — "He is a connoisseur of rare books, with an impressive personal library."

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