underwriter

noun

un·​der·​writ·​er ˈən-dər-ˌrī-tər 

ˈən-də-

1

: one that underwrites : guarantor

2

a

: one that underwrites a policy of insurance : insurer

b

: one who selects risks to be solicited or rates the acceptability of risks solicited

3

: one that underwrites a security issue

Examples of underwriter in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

There’s an unhinged prima ballerina, the fully dedicated company directors, and overly involved underwriter whose fortune, obtained through questionable means, keeps the whole spectacle running. —Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 29 Apr. 2025

Effective implementation requires collaboration among data scientists, underwriters, claims specialists and business strategists. —Chaz Perera, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025

Wells Fargo didn’t admit to wrongdoing, but the Fed required the bank to improve oversight of its compensation and performance management policies for mortgage loan officers and underwriters. —Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 3 June 2025

Goldman was tapped as a lead underwriter for both deals. —Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 21 May 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1622, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for underwriter

• copywriter
• expediter
• biter
• brighter
• fighter
• lighter
• miter
• niter
• reiter
• righter
• slighter
• tighter

Legal Definition

underwriter

noun

un·​der·​writ·​er ˈən-dər-ˌrī-tər 

1

a

: a person (as an individual or a company) who underwrites an insurance policy : insurer

b

: a person who assesses risks to be covered by an insurance policy

2

: a person (as an individual or company) who underwrites a security issue compare issuer

Note: The Securities Act of 1933 requires dealers, issuers, and underwriters to file registration statements for the securities that they sell.