A learned man; a teacher; esp., a Brahman versed in the Sanskrit language, and in the science, laws, and religion of the Hindoos; in Cashmere, any clerk or native official.

A Hindu religious leader, an authority

Hindu priest

A learned man. Also used as a honorary title.

A political analyst, commentator, or columnist who usually works for a newspaper or magazine, or in broadcasting. Derived from a Hindi phrase meaning "learned one."

Pundit in strict contemporary English refers to an individual considered highly knowledgeable in a particular subject area, most typically political analysis, the social sciences or sport. As the term has been increasingly applied to popular media personalities lacking special expertise, however, it can be used in a derogative manner. Pundit is also a slang term for politically biased people pretending to be neutral.

see pandita

someone who has been admitted to membership in a scholarly field

A person who has the job of keeping the temple clean. He gets to eat the sacrifices people bring.