1. Word List: ist
a person who

2. artist
a person who uses imagination, talent, and skill to create works such as painting, sculptures, and illustrations

3. dentist
a person who takes care of teeth; a doctor who is trained in dental care

4. finalist
a person who makes it to the last round of a competition

5. journalist
a person who writes; a writer

6. naturalist
a person who loves nature and tries to protect it; a person who has specialized knowledge of animals, plants or nature

7. optimist
a person who sees the positive side of things; a positive person

8. pessimist
a person who sees the negative side of things; a negative person

9. specialist
a person who is highly trained in one area; an expert