Alienist 601 Words You Need to Know
/ˈeɪ.li.ənɪst/ (noun)
Definition
the old term for psychiatrist, psychiatrist in legal system
Example
Psychiatry is the branch of medicine focused on the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mental, emotional and behavioral disorders.
A psychiatrist or alienist is a medical doctor (an M.D. or D.O.) who specializes in mental health, including substance use disorders. Psychiatrists are qualified to assess both the mental and physical aspects of psychological problems.
Source: https://www.psychiatry.org/
