vocalist

noun

vo·​cal·​ist ˈvō-kə-list 

: singer entry 1

Synonyms of vocalist

• singer

Examples of vocalist in a Sentence

hired a vocalist for their jazz band

Recent Examples on the Web

The horns section snarled, the background vocalists riffed, and Olivia picked up multiple instruments herself – the tambourine, guitar, shakers, and the piano. — Sidney Madden, VIBE.com, 17 Aug. 2026

The rock band was initially formed in 1992 in California by bassist and co-lead vocalist Mark Hoppus, guitarist and co-lead vocalist Tom DeLonge and drummer Scott Raynor. — Ariana Quihuiz, PEOPLE, 16 Aug. 2026

The 27-year-old main rapper and sub-vocalist confirmed her decision on Instagram, concluding 14 years with JYP since joining as a trainee. — Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026

Kennedy Caughell, who plays Jersey, was the musical’s standout vocalist. — Maya Santiago, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1790, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

vocalist

noun

vo·​cal·​ist ˈvō-kə-ləst 

: singer entry 1