Thesaurus results for VOCALIST

vocalist

noun

ˈvō-kə-list

Definition of vocalist

as in singer

one who sings hired a vocalist for their jazz band

Synonyms & Similar 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 vocalist In addition to the growing tensions between him and his two bandmates, the vocalist also wanted to focus on other projects. — 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 Like its video, the song is a misdirect, its melancholic tone undercut by the swagger of its vocalist. — Lauren Michele Jackson, New Yorker, 8 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for vocalist

Recent Examples of Synonyms for vocalist

singer

Noun

The singer is also seen discussing her creative thought process on albums like 'Speak Now' and 'Reputation' in the 42-minute Q&A preceding the surprise performance.

— Chris Willman, Variety, 25 Aug. 2026
Naturally, growing up around music and holding onto my love of it, becoming a singer and performer came naturally.

— Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of singer

Browse Nearby Words

vocal

vocalist

vocalists

See all Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

Style

“Vocalist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vocalist. Accessed 30 Aug. 2026.

Copy Citation

Synonyms of vocalist

noun

Example Sentences

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

More from Merriam-Webster

Word of the Day

illustrious

Popular in Grammar & Usage

A Who’s Who Regarding ‘Who’s’ and ‘Whose’

'A' or 'an'? What about before 'h'? An Indefinite Article Guide

Why is '-ed' sometimes pronounced at the end of a word?

What's the difference between 'fascism' and 'socialism'?

Commonly Misspelled Words

Popular in Wordplay

Ye Olde Nincompoop: Old-Fashioned Words for 'Stupid'

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of

Even More Words That Sound Like Insults But Aren't

The Words of the Week - Aug. 28

Why do we say 'break a leg'?

Popular

A Who’s Who Regarding ‘Who’s’ and ‘Whose’

Ye Olde Nincompoop: Old-Fashioned Words for 'Stupid'

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of

Games & Quizzes