Entertainer: meaning, definitions and examples

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entertainer

 

[ ˌɛntərˈteɪnər ]

Context #1

in show business

A person who entertains others, often by performing music, comedy, or other forms of live entertainment. Entertainers can include musicians, actors, comedians, magicians, and more.

Synonyms

artist, performer, showman

Examples of usage

  • He is a talented entertainer who never fails to captivate the audience.
  • The entertainer wowed the crowd with her amazing dance routine.
  • The job of an entertainer requires creativity, passion, and stage presence.

Translations

Translations of the word "entertainer" in other languages:

🇵🇹 animador

🇮🇳 मनोरंजन करने वाला

🇩🇪 Unterhalter

🇮🇩 penghibur

🇺🇦 розважальник

🇵🇱 artysta

🇯🇵 エンターテイナー

🇫🇷 animateur

🇪🇸 animador

🇹🇷 eğlendirici

🇰🇷 연예인

🇸🇦 فنان ترفيهي

🇨🇿 bavič

🇸🇰 zábavník

🇨🇳 娱乐者

🇸🇮 zabavljač

🇮🇸 skemmtikraftur

🇰🇿 ойын-сауықшы

🇬🇪 გასართობი

🇦🇿 əyləncəli

🇲🇽 animador

Word origin

The word 'entertainer' originated in the 15th century, derived from the Middle French word 'entertaineur' which means 'one who entertains'. Over the centuries, entertainers have played a crucial role in providing amusement and diversion to audiences around the world. From ancient minstrels to modern-day celebrities, entertainers continue to shape the world of entertainment.

See also: entertain, entertainers, entertaining, entertainingly, entertainment.