Philologian is a word that means someone who studies languages or literature. There are several synonyms for this term, including linguist, grammarian, philologist, literary scholar, and language expert. These terms all describe someone who is well-versed in the study of language, literature, and the written word. They may specialize in a particular language or literature, or they may have a broader knowledge of multiple languages and literary traditions. Regardless of their specialty, philologians are experts in language and literature and often play an important role in teaching, researching, and analyzing the written word.