vocalist

noun

vo·​cal·​ist ˈvō-kə-list How to pronounce vocalist (audio)
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Synonyms of vocalist

Examples of vocalist in a Sentence

hired a vocalist for their jazz band
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Jungho, the powerhouse vocalist of K-pop group Ateez, made his Paris Fashion Week debut front row at Ami this menswear season. Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 29 June 2026 Over the decades, jazz has been a unifying force — with Black and white musicians sharing stages, and female vocalists like Ella Fitzgerald becoming icons of independence. Abraham Swee, USA Today, 29 June 2026 In My Voice delves into Wilson’s story, from her childhood in Seattle to her evolution as one of the greatest vocalists and songwriters in rock history. Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 26 June 2026 The evolution suits Shook, who has turned themself into a much more nuanced vocalist over the years. Brad Sanders, Pitchfork, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for vocalist

Word History

First Known Use

1790, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of vocalist was in 1790

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“Vocalist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vocalist. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.

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vocalist

noun
vo·​cal·​ist ˈvō-kə-ləst How to pronounce vocalist (audio)

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