writer

noun

writ·​er ˈrī-tər 

: one that writes: such as

a

: author

b

: one who writes stock options

Synonyms of writer

• author
• novelist
• biographer
• storyteller
• poet

Examples of writer in a Sentence

She is my favorite French writer.

He's a writer of horror stories.

a course on 19th-century writers

The magazine is looking for freelance writers.

The writer of the best essay will win a prize.

They identified the writer of the mysterious letter.

Recent Examples on the Web

Matthew Reigle is a writer for OutKick. —Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 16 May 2026

This story’s author, StyleCaster contributing commerce writer Jessie Quinn, has a Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Journalism and over a decade of experience writing for reputable publications, including NYLON, Glamour, PEOPLE, StyleCaster, SheKnows, and more. —Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 15 May 2026

Best Summer Quilts at Quince I’ve been a shopping writer for years, testing all types of bedding—from buzzy Instagram brands to budget-friendly bargains—and have been consistently impressed by Quince’s lineup. —Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2026

In this episode, host Aislyn Greene talks with Alexandra Owens, a travel writer who specializes in conservation tourism and sub-Saharan Africa. —AFAR Media, 15 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing writer

• co-writer
• present writer
• sports-writer
• sub-writer
• the present writer
• writer's block
• writer's cramp

Rhymes for writer

• biter
• brighter
• fighter
• lighter
• miter
• niter
• reiter
• righter
• slighter
• tighter
• titer
• titre

Kids Definition

writer

noun

writ·​er ˈrīt-ər 

: one that writes especially as a business or occupation