composer

noun

com·​pos·​er kəm-ˈpō-zər 

: one that composes

especially : a person who writes music

Synonyms of composer

• musician

Examples of composer in a Sentence

She prefers Mozart and Beethoven to modern composers.

a versatile composer whose works include operas, symphonies, concertos, and sonatas

Recent Examples on the Web

Regarding today’s message from the composer, at least one famous commenter and Broadway devotee had a suggestion. — Greg Evans, Deadline, 8 Aug. 2026

Interrupted by power outages, a relentlessly barking dog and the unexpected arrival of a celebrated composer, the conversation steadily unravels. — Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 7 Aug. 2026

The Runaway Species, co-authored with music composer Anthony Brandt, explores the neuroscience and behavior behind human creativity. — Big Think, 6 Aug. 2026

He was approached in February 2023 to stage an AI Ring for the sesquicentennial by Katharina Wagner, a great-granddaughter of the composer and current festival director. — ABC News, 4 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1597, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing composer

• co-composer

Rhymes for composer

• bulldozer
• disposer
• opposer
• proposer
• bowser
• crozer
• dozer
• poser

Kids Definition

composer

noun

com·​pos·​er kəm-ˈpō-zər 

: one that composes

especially : a person who writes music