moviegoer

noun

mov·​ie·​go·​er ˈmü-vē-ˌgō-ər How to pronounce moviegoer (audio)
moviegoing
ˈmü-vē-ˌgō-iŋ How to pronounce moviegoer (audio)
-ˌgȯ(-)iŋ
noun often attributive

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Audience reception was also positive, with the film earning an average grade of A among moviegoers polled by CinemaScore. Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 8 Mar. 2026 Audience reactions from early access screenings have been similar, with moviegoers also applauding the film’s creativity and humor. Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 7 Mar. 2026 One surprise was the film’s ability to attract younger moviegoers, a demographic that often proves elusive for French period dramas. Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 4 Mar. 2026 The series trademark mix of cool cars, exhilarating street racing action, and family-like camaraderie has also turned more than a few moviegoers into passionate auto enthusiasts. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 2 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for moviegoer

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First Known Use

1916, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of moviegoer was in 1916

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“Moviegoer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/moviegoer. Accessed 17 Mar. 2026.

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moviegoer

noun
mov·​ie·​go·​er -ˌgō(-ə)r How to pronounce moviegoer (audio)
: a person who frequently attends the movies
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