as in entertainer
Related Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of performer
The performer dresses up in a Bigfoot costume and plays along with electronic music on the saxophone.
—
Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Mar. 2026
With regard to lead roles, inclusion peaked in 2024, when there were 51 women, including one transgender performer, cited.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 25 Mar. 2026
His 1995 solo album Cold Virginia Night won Album of the Year at the IBMA, and its title track won Song of the Year — a rare double recognition that cemented his standing as both a performer and a writer.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 25 Mar. 2026
Pop star and Broadway performer JoJo is stepping into one of the most coveted roles on Broadway, replacing Lea Michele as Florence Vassy in the revival of Chess at the Imperial Theatre.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 25 Mar. 2026
Before any performer takes the stage at the Crow for the Bergamot fest, Blaine provides in-depth educational conversations with key industry players.
—Anthony Solorzano, Los Angeles Times, 25 Mar. 2026
Green beans are low maintenance and highly productive — the kind of straightforward, dependable performer any methodical planner appreciates.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 24 Mar. 2026
Dependable and well-balanced, the Cuisinart is a solid mid-tier performer.
—Jamie Thilman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
This loadout is a killer performer, with a very good Intel Core Ultra 7 265F processor coupled with a Blackwell-series RTX 5060, our all-around pick for HD and 1440p gaming this generation.
—K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Mar. 2026
With regard to lead roles, inclusion peaked in 2024, when there were 51 women, including one transgender performer, cited.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 25 Mar. 2026
His 1995 solo album Cold Virginia Night won Album of the Year at the IBMA, and its title track won Song of the Year — a rare double recognition that cemented his standing as both a performer and a writer.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 25 Mar. 2026
Pop star and Broadway performer JoJo is stepping into one of the most coveted roles on Broadway, replacing Lea Michele as Florence Vassy in the revival of Chess at the Imperial Theatre.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 25 Mar. 2026
Before any performer takes the stage at the Crow for the Bergamot fest, Blaine provides in-depth educational conversations with key industry players.
—Anthony Solorzano, Los Angeles Times, 25 Mar. 2026
Green beans are low maintenance and highly productive — the kind of straightforward, dependable performer any methodical planner appreciates.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 24 Mar. 2026
Dependable and well-balanced, the Cuisinart is a solid mid-tier performer.
—Jamie Thilman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
This loadout is a killer performer, with a very good Intel Core Ultra 7 265F processor coupled with a Blackwell-series RTX 5060, our all-around pick for HD and 1440p gaming this generation.
—K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for performer
Noun
-
Linette Kristine Garcia has always been an entertainer.—
Xitlalic Montelongo,
Miami Herald,
25 Mar. 2026
-
Pulido continued growing in popularity, and was crowned male entertainer of the year at the Tejano Music Awards for three consecutive years, from 1998 to 2000.—
Isabella Gomez Sarmiento,
NPR,
24 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
Above, she's pictured with Second City troupers Joe Flaherty, Martin Short, Andrea Martin, Dave Thomas and long-time collaborator, Eugene Levy, at a 10 year reunion for the sketch show's Canadian debut.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
PEOPLE,
30 Jan. 2026
-
Honey, played by Buddy Dalton, is a trouper—an older pooch unfazed by the lights and audience.—
Mary Damiano,
Miami Herald,
2 Dec. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Performer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/performer. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
