doer

noun

do·​er ˈdü-ər How to pronounce doer (audio)
Synonyms of doernext
: one that takes an active part
a thinker or a doer

Examples of doer in a Sentence

I'm more of a thinker than a doer.
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Even the most avid cleaner and ardent chore doer may not think to wash the drapes. — Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026 Agents could replace many of these interpreter roles; the same is true for the doers. — Shubham Singhal, Fortune, 23 Jan. 2026 Some are doers and more pragmatic. — Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026 The Billy Goat Tavern was loaded up with helpers and doers of good. — Chicago Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for doer

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of doer was in the 14th century

Rhymes for doer

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doeling
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does
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“Doer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/doer. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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doer

noun
do·​er ˈdü-ər How to pronounce doer (audio)
: one that does

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