Connoisseur

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /ˌkɑnəˈsər/

Definitions of connoisseur

noun a person who is especially competent to pass critical judgments in an art, particularly one of the fine arts, or in matters of taste

Example Sentences

A1 She is a connoisseur of fine wines.

A2 As a connoisseur of art, he can easily identify famous painters.

B1 The connoisseur of gourmet food was impressed by the chef's culinary skills.

B2 Being a connoisseur of classical music, she could distinguish between different composers.

C1 The connoisseur of antique furniture could spot a valuable piece from a mile away.

C2 His reputation as a connoisseur of rare books attracted collectors from around the world.

Examples of connoisseur in a Sentence

formal As a connoisseur of fine art, she could easily distinguish between a genuine masterpiece and a mere imitation.

informal He's a real connoisseur when it comes to coffee, always seeking out the best roasts and blends.

slang That guy fancies himself a beer connoisseur, but really he just drinks whatever's trendy.

figurative She's a connoisseur of human behavior, able to read people like a book after just a few minutes of interaction.

Grammatical Forms of connoisseur

past tense

connoisseured

plural

connoisseurs

comparative

more connoisseur

superlative

most connoisseur

present tense

connoisseurs

future tense

will connoisseur

perfect tense

have connoisseured

continuous tense

is connoisseuring

singular

connoisseur

positive degree

connoisseur

infinitive

to connoisseur

gerund

connoisseuring

participle

connoisseured

Origin and Evolution of connoisseur

First Known Use: 1714 year
Language of Origin: French
Story behind the word: The word 'connoisseur' originated from the French word 'connoistre' meaning 'to know'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a person with expert knowledge or keen discernment in a particular field, the term 'connoisseur' has evolved to encompass a wider range of expertise and appreciation in various areas such as art, wine, and cuisine.