Dramatist: meaning, definitions and examples

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dramatist

 

[ หˆdrรฆmษ™tษชst ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

literature

A dramatist is a person who writes plays for the theatre. They are responsible for creating the dialogue and action that make up a theatrical production. Dramatists often work closely with directors, actors, and other theatre professionals to bring their vision to life on stage.

Synonyms

author, playwright, scriptwriter.

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Word Description / Examples
dramatist

Used to describe someone who writes plays, especially in a formal or classical context.

  • William Shakespeare is often considered one of the greatest dramatists in history
playwright

Specifically refers to someone who writes plays for the theater. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

  • Arthur Miller, the playwright of 'Death of a Salesman', is admired for his contributions to American theater
scriptwriter

Used to describe someone who writes scripts for films, television, or other performances. It is commonly used in the context of screenwriting.

  • Aaron Sorkin is a famous scriptwriter, known for his work on 'The West Wing' and 'The Social Network'
author

Used broadly to refer to anyone who writes books, articles, or other written works. Not limited to plays.

  • Jane Austen is a beloved author known for her novels like 'Pride and Prejudice'

Examples of usage

  • The famous dramatist Shakespeare wrote many timeless plays.
  • The young dramatist won an award for her original script.
  • The dramatist's work explores complex themes of love and betrayal.
  • The job of a dramatist requires a deep understanding of human emotions.
  • As a dramatist, she enjoys crafting compelling characters and engaging plots.

Translations

Translations of the word "dramatist" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น dramaturgo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเคพเคŸเค•เค•เคพเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Dramatiker

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dramawan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดั€ะฐะผะฐั‚ัƒั€ะณ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ dramatopisarz

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅŠ‡ไฝœๅฎถ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท dramaturge

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ dramaturgo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dramatist

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ทน์ž‘๊ฐ€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒุงุชุจ ู…ุณุฑุญูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dramatik

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ dramatik

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‰งไฝœๅฎถ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ dramatik

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ leikritahรถfundur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะดั€ะฐะผะฐั‚ัƒั€ะณ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒ แƒแƒ›แƒแƒขแƒฃแƒ แƒ’แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dramaturq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ dramaturgo

Etymology

The word 'dramatist' originated in the early 17th century, derived from the Greek word 'dramatistes', meaning 'a playwright'. The term has been used to describe writers of dramatic works for centuries, highlighting the importance of storytelling through the medium of theatre. Dramatists have played a significant role in shaping the world of performing arts, with their works continuing to be studied and performed across the globe.

See also: dram, dramatic, dramatically, dramatics, dramatists, dramatized, dramaturges.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,416, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.