An Anglicist is an expert on English studies, the study of literatures, linguistics, and sociolinguistics relating to England or the English.

The controversy between anglicists and classicists revolves around the approach to language education. Anglicists advocate for teaching modern English primarily, while classicists argue for a focus on Latin and Greek as foundational for language learning. This debate highlights differing views on the value of classical languages in contemporary education.

According to SOWPODS (the combination of Scrabble dictionaries used around the world) there are 8 words with the pattern -NG----S-. That is, nine letter words with 2nd letter N and 3rd letter G and 8th letter S. In alphabetical order, they are:

angelfish

angerless

anglewise

anglicise

anglicism

anglicist

angriness

angstiest

According to SOWPODS (the combination of Scrabble dictionaries used around the world) there are 5 words with the pattern -NG---IS-. That is, nine letter words with 2nd letter N and 3rd letter G and 7th letter I and 8th letter S. In alphabetical order, they are:

angelfish

anglewise

anglicise

anglicism

anglicist

Classicists emphasize the study of ancient Greek and Latin languages and literature, while Anglicists focus on English language and literature. The controversy arises in determining the relative importance of studying classical versus modern languages and texts, with classicists valuing the foundational role of ancient languages and literature, while anglicists prioritize the study of English language and literature within a modern context.