Cartoonist: meaning, definitions and examples

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cartoonist

 

[ kɑːˈtuːnɪst ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

creative profession

A cartoonist is a person who creates cartoons as a form of visual art. Cartoonists typically use humor or satire to convey a message or tell a story through drawings. They may work in newspapers, magazines, animation studios, or as freelance artists.

Synonyms

comic artist, illustrator

Examples of usage

  • Charles Schulz, the creator of Peanuts, was a famous cartoonist.
  • The political cartoonist depicted the president in a humorous light.
  • Many cartoonists use their art to address social issues.
  • Cartoonists often have a unique drawing style that sets them apart.
  • The cartoonist's work is featured in the Sunday comics section.

Translations

Translations of the word "cartoonist" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cartunista

🇮🇳 कार्टूनिस्ट

🇩🇪 Karikaturist

🇮🇩 kartunis

🇺🇦 карикатурист

🇵🇱 rysownik

🇯🇵 漫画家 (まんがか)

🇫🇷 dessinateur de bandes dessinées

🇪🇸 dibujante de caricaturas

🇹🇷 karikatürist

🇰🇷 만화가 (manhwaga)

🇸🇦 رسام كاريكاتير

🇨🇿 karikaturista

🇸🇰 karikaturista

🇨🇳 漫画家 (mànhuà jiā)

🇸🇮 karikaturist

🇮🇸 teiknari

🇰🇿 карикатурист

🇬🇪 კარიკატურისტი

🇦🇿 karikaturaçı

🇲🇽 dibujante de caricaturas

Etymology

The term 'cartoonist' originated in the mid-19th century and was initially used to describe artists who created humorous drawings or satirical illustrations. The art form of cartoons has evolved over the years, with cartoonists playing a significant role in shaping public opinion and providing social commentary. Today, cartoonists continue to entertain and provoke thought through their visual storytelling.

See also: cartoons.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,724, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.