Diarist: meaning, definitions and examples
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diarist
[ ˈdaɪərɪst ]
writing daily
A diarist is a person who keeps a diary or journal, documenting their thoughts, experiences, and feelings. This practice often serves as a means of self-reflection and is a way to record significant events in one's life. Diarists may write daily or less frequently, depending on their personal habits. The content of these writings can vary widely, from mundane daily activities to profound insights and reflections. Diarists often revisit their entries to gain insights into their past selves and track their personal growth.
Synonyms
chronicler, journal keeper, record keeper
Examples of usage
- The famous diarist Anne Frank documented her life in hiding during World War II.
- As a diarist, he found solace in writing about his daily adventures.
- Many people start being a diarist during significant life changes, like moving to a new city.
- The insights of a diarist can often be revealing and therapeutic.
Translations
Translations of the word "diarist" in other languages:
🇵🇹 diarista
🇮🇳 डायरी लेखन करने वाला
🇩🇪 Tagebuchschreiber
🇮🇩 penulis jurnal
🇺🇦 дневниковець
🇵🇱 dziennikarz
🇯🇵 日記作者
🇫🇷 journalier
🇪🇸 diarista
🇹🇷 günlük yazarı
🇰🇷 일기 작가
🇸🇦 كاتب يوميات
🇨🇿 deníkový autor
🇸🇰 denníkový autor
🇨🇳 日记作者
🇸🇮 avtor dnevnika
🇮🇸 dagskráarskrifari
🇰🇿 күнделік жазушы
🇬🇪 დღიური ავტორი
🇦🇿 gündəlik müəllifi
🇲🇽 escritor de diario
Etymology
The word 'diarist' originates from the late 18th century, derived from the term 'diary,' which itself comes from the Latin word 'diarium,' meaning 'daily allowance or per day.' The Latin root 'dies' translates to 'day,' emphasizing the daily aspect of such writings. Diarists have existed throughout history, with famous examples including Samuel Pepys and Virginia Woolf, who have influenced both literature and the art of personal reflection. As writing became more accessible with the printing press and literacy increased, the practice of keeping a diary became more popular, especially among the middle class during the 19th century. Today, being a diarist is often seen as a form of self-care and creativity, with many people finding therapeutic benefits in the act of writing about their lives.