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scriptwriters

[ ˈskrɪptˌraɪ.tərz ]

Noun

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creative process

Scriptwriters are professionals who write scripts for films, TV shows, or plays. They are responsible for creating the dialogue, characters, and storyline of a production.

Synonyms

dramatist, playwright, screenwriter.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
screenwriter	This term is specific to someone who writes scripts for movies and television. It focuses on visual storytelling through the medium of screens. The screenwriter worked closely with the director to ensure the script aligned with their vision for the film. She won an award for her brilliant work as a screenwriter on that hit TV series.
dramatist	This word is similar to 'playwright' but can also encompass writers of dramatic literature in general, including television and film. It emphasizes the creation of drama rather than the medium. Anton Chekhov is a renowned Russian dramatist known for his plays and short stories. The dramatist captured the intensity of human emotions beautifully in her work.
playwright	This term specifically refers to someone who writes plays for the theater. It's most appropriate in contexts dealing with stage productions and theatrical performances. William Shakespeare is perhaps the most famous playwright in history. The playwright attended the premiere of his new play at the local theater.

Word

Description / Examples

screenwriter

This term is specific to someone who writes scripts for movies and television. It focuses on visual storytelling through the medium of screens.

The screenwriter worked closely with the director to ensure the script aligned with their vision for the film.
She won an award for her brilliant work as a screenwriter on that hit TV series.

dramatist

This word is similar to 'playwright' but can also encompass writers of dramatic literature in general, including television and film. It emphasizes the creation of drama rather than the medium.

Anton Chekhov is a renowned Russian dramatist known for his plays and short stories.
The dramatist captured the intensity of human emotions beautifully in her work.

playwright

This term specifically refers to someone who writes plays for the theater. It's most appropriate in contexts dealing with stage productions and theatrical performances.

William Shakespeare is perhaps the most famous playwright in history.
The playwright attended the premiere of his new play at the local theater.

Examples of usage

Many scriptwriters work closely with directors to bring their vision to life.
The scriptwriters won an award for their outstanding screenplay.
Good scriptwriters are able to capture the audience's attention from the very beginning.
Successful scriptwriters often have a unique voice that sets them apart.
Scriptwriters often face tight deadlines and pressure to deliver high-quality work.

Translations

Translations of the word "scriptwriters" in other languages:

🇵🇹 roteiristas

🇮🇳 पटकथा लेखक

🇩🇪 Drehbuchautoren

🇮🇩 penulis skenario

🇺🇦 сценаристи

🇵🇱 scenarzyści

🇯🇵 脚本家

🇫🇷 scénaristes

🇪🇸 guionistas

🇹🇷 senaristler

🇰🇷 각본가

🇸🇦 كتاب السيناريو

🇨🇿 scenáristé

🇸🇰 scenáristi

🇨🇳 编剧

🇸🇮 scenaristi

🇮🇸 handritshöfundar

🇰🇿 сценаристтер

🇬🇪 სცენარისტები

🇦🇿 ssenaristlər

🇲🇽 guionistas

Etymology

The term 'scriptwriter' originated in the early 20th century as the film industry began to grow. It is a combination of the words 'script' and 'writer', indicating the specific role of writing scripts for various forms of media. Scriptwriters play a crucial role in shaping the final product that audiences see on screen or stage.