Essayist
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɛ.seɪ.ɪst/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Essayist is a noun meaning One who composes essays; a writer of short compositions.
Meaning
One who composes essays; a writer of short compositions.
Example Sentences
She was an essayist whose frequent contributions to the editorial pages of major newspapers had a loyal following.
Word Forms
- essayists
Synonyms for essayist
Depending on context, synonyms include litterateur.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include litterateur, composer, editorialist, epistolist, compositionist, wordsmith.
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