lyricist

noun

lyr·​i·​cist ˈlir-ə-sist 

: a writer of lyrics

Examples of lyricist in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

After more than four decades of supporting Stateside composers and lyricists working across visual media, the Society of Composers & Lyricists has opened its first permanent international chapter in London. — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2026

The 66-year-old composer and lyricist behind Hairspray has performed in nearly every high-pressure setting imaginable, from Saturday Night Live to the Academy Awards. — Brian Raftery, Vanity Fair, 6 Oct. 2026

Another soulful lyricist, Lenny Kravitz, named his only child Zoe. — Sarah Scott, Parents, 24 Sep. 2026

Also a songwriter and lyricist, Graham most notably collaborated with Bob Weir of The Grateful Dead. — Tanya Fedak, Variety, 18 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1875, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for lyricist

• empiricist