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Instrumentalist: meaning, definitions and examples

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instrumentalist

 

[ ɪnˈstrʌməntəlɪst ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

musician

A person who plays a musical instrument, especially as a profession. They are skilled in playing one or more musical instruments and often perform in orchestras, bands, or solo concerts.

Synonyms

musician, performer, player

Examples of usage

  • He is a talented instrumentalist who can play the piano, guitar, and violin.
  • The instrumentalist captivated the audience with his flawless performance.

Translations

Translations of the word "instrumentalist" in other languages:

🇵🇹 instrumentista

🇮🇳 वादक

🇩🇪 Instrumentalist

🇮🇩 instrumentalis

🇺🇦 інструменталіст

🇵🇱 instrumentalista

🇯🇵 楽器奏者 (がっきそうしゃ)

🇫🇷 instrumentiste

🇪🇸 instrumentista

🇹🇷 enstrümantalist

🇰🇷 악기 연주자 (akgi yeonjuja)

🇸🇦 عازف

🇨🇿 instrumentalista

🇸🇰 inštrumentalista

🇨🇳 乐器演奏者 (yuèqì yǎnzòu zhě)

🇸🇮 instrumentalist

🇮🇸 hljóðfæraleikari

🇰🇿 аспапшы

🇬🇪 ინსტრუმენტალისტი

🇦🇿 alətçi

🇲🇽 instrumentista

Etymology

The term 'instrumentalist' originated in the 18th century, derived from the word 'instrumental,' which comes from the Latin word 'instrumentum,' meaning 'tool' or 'implement.' Initially used in the context of music, it evolved to refer to a skilled musician proficient in playing musical instruments.

See also: instrument, instrumental, instrumentation, instruments.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,594 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.