Wordsmith: meaning, definitions and examples

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wordsmith

 

[ ˈwərdˌsmɪθ ]

Context #1

writing

A skilled writer or wordsmith is someone who is adept at using language to create engaging and impactful written content.

Synonyms

author, scribe, writer

Examples of usage

  • He was known as a wordsmith for his ability to craft beautiful prose.
  • The company hired a wordsmith to write their marketing materials.
  • The wordsmith's articles always captured the reader's attention.

Translations

Translations of the word "wordsmith" in other languages:

🇵🇹 artesão

🇮🇳 शब्दशिल्पी

🇩🇪 Wortschmied

🇮🇩 tukang kata

🇺🇦 словотворець

🇵🇱 słowotwórca

🇯🇵 言葉職人 (ことばしょくにん)

🇫🇷 forgeron des mots

🇪🇸 artesano de palabras

🇹🇷 kelime ustası

🇰🇷 단어 장인

🇸🇦 حرفي الكلمات

🇨🇿 slovořemeslník

🇸🇰 slovotvorca

🇨🇳 文字工匠

🇸🇮 besedni mojster

🇮🇸 orðasmiður

🇰🇿 сөз шебері

🇬🇪 სიტყვის ოსტატი

🇦🇿 söz ustası

🇲🇽 artesano de palabras

Word origin

The term 'wordsmith' originated in the late 19th century, combining the words 'word' and 'smith' to emphasize the craftsmanship involved in creating written content. It highlights the skills and artistry required to manipulate language effectively, similar to a blacksmith working with metal. Over time, 'wordsmith' has become synonymous with a skilled writer or wordsmith who has a way with words.

See also: foreword, reword, rewording, worded, wordily, wordiness, wording, wordless, wordlessly, wordplay, wordy.