writer

noun

writ·​er ˈrī-tər 

: one that writes: such as

a

: author

b

: one who writes stock options

Synonyms

• author
• litterateur
• littérateur
• pen
• penman
• scribe
• scrivener

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

Before turning the page to 2025, our team of The Athletic women’s basketball writers are handing out their superlatives from the year that was. —Chantel Jennings, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024

Yolanda Evans is an award-winning freelance writer with more than 18 years of experience covering dining, cocktails, travel, and lifestyle based in Berlin. —Yolanda Evans, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024

Demetrius Simms Demetrius Simms is a digital staff writer at Robb Report. —Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 31 Dec. 2024

Though 2023 may feel like a lifetime ago to many, the effects of that year’s dual writers’ and actors’ strikes are still being felt in Hollywood—as well as by fans eagerly anticipating the premiere (or return) of their favorite TV series. —Jennifer M. Wood, WIRED, 31 Dec. 2024

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

Kids Definition

writer

noun

writ·​er ˈrīt-ər 

: one that writes especially as a business or occupation