bassist

noun

bass·​ist ˈbā-sist 

: a person who plays an acoustic or electric bass

Examples of bassist in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This Mirror Weighs a Ton features a pair of new contributors in the form of producer Andrew Wyatt and bassist Brad Truax, a longtime touring member of Interpol who had never before joined them in the studio. — Simon Vozick-Levinson, Rolling Stone, 2 Sep. 2026

Coincidentally, Barenaked Ladies are on the same double bill as Train this summer, with Robertson’s son, Lyle, subbing in as a utility player after bassist Jim Creeggan had to take a leave of absence to care for his family. — Devon Ivie, Vulture, 1 Sep. 2026

In 1995, Rudolph joined the Rentals, becoming the keyboardist and backup vocalist for the rock group fronted by original Weezer bassist Matt Sharp. — Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 1 Sep. 2026

Prior to the band forming in 2015, Ochoa was in another band, also as a bassist, but…. — Charles Moss, SPIN, 1 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1863, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for bassist

• basest
• racist