Metaphorist: meaning, definitions and examples

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metaphorist

 

[ หˆmษ›tษ™fษ™หŒrษชst ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

literary term

A metaphorist is a person who uses metaphors in their writing or speech, often to create vivid imagery or convey complex ideas. Metaphorists often excel in the art of comparison, employing figurative language to enhance understanding and evoke emotions.

Synonyms

figurative writer, poet, wordsmith

Examples of usage

  • The metaphorist painted a picture of despair with his words.
  • Her poetry showcases her talent as a skilled metaphorist.
  • In his essay, the metaphorist drew parallels that illuminated the topic.
  • He was regarded as a creative metaphorist in the literary community.

Translations

Translations of the word "metaphorist" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น metaforista

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฐเฅ‚เคชเค•เค•เคพเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Metapherist

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ metaforis

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะตั‚ะฐั„ะพั€ะธัั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ metaforyk

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒกใ‚ฟใƒ•ใ‚กใƒชใ‚นใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท mรฉtaphoriste

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ metรกfora

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท metaforist

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์€์œ ๊ฐ€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุฌุงุฒูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ metaforista

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ metaforista

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้šๅ–ป่€…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ metaforist

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ myndlรญkingamaรฐur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะตั‚ะฐั„ะพั€ะธัั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ”แƒขแƒแƒคแƒแƒ แƒ˜แƒกแƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ metaforist

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ metaforista

Etymology

The term 'metaphorist' is derived from the word 'metaphor,' which comes from the Greek word 'metaphora' (ฮผฮตฯ„ฮฑฯ†ฮฟฯฮฌ), meaning 'to transfer' or 'to carry over.' The prefix 'meta-' translates to 'beyond' or 'over,' while 'phorฤ' relates to carrying or bearing. This linguistic lineage underscores the essence of metaphors, which convey meanings by linking disparate concepts. The emergence of 'metaphorist' as a specific term likely reflects the growing appreciation for figurative language in poetry and prose, especially during the Renaissance period when the use of metaphors became increasingly popular among writers and poets. Over time, the notion of the metaphorist has evolved to encompass not only poets but also any writer or speaker proficient in utilizing metaphors to create meaning and resonate with audiences.