Noun
One who is versed in the theories of, or who advocates and promotes, education.
Source: Webster's dictionaryMy brother was always glued to his books, an ardent reader and an educationist. Manmohan Singh
I don't imagine Heads of Government would ever be able to say I'm not an economist therefore I can't take decisions on matters of the economy; I'm not a soldier I can't take decisions on matters of defence; I'm not an educationist so I can't take decisions about education. Thabo Mbeki
Abbas's mother, 'Masroor Khatoon', was the daughter of Sajjad Husain, an enlightened educationist. Source: Internet
January 3 marks the birthday of the ‘mother of Indian feminism’ Savitribai Phule, who is regarded as a social reformer, an educationist and a poetess. Source: Internet
According to noted educationist Ajoy Roy, Bangladesh was on a progressive track when it achieved independence after the Liberation war driven by the non-communal spirit. Source: Internet
On the demise of General Momah, the minister expressed sadness, describing him “as a suave military officer, scientist and educationist.” Source: Internet