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Painter

UK /["/ˈpeɪntə(r)/"]/US /["/ˈpeɪntər/"]/

Definition

a person whose job is painting buildings, walls, etc.

In simple words: A person who creates art using paint.

Examples

  • He works as a **painter and decorator**.
  • a famous painter
  • a **portrait/landscape painter**
  • She quickly established a reputation as a painter of portraits.
  • Rudolf II's court painter
  • an exhibition of works by contemporary painters
  • some of the great painters of the last century
  • the Dutch master painter Jan Vermeer
  • Chardin was a gifted still-life painter.

Usage notes

This term is generally used to refer to artists in a variety of contexts. It is appropriate in both casual and professional settings. Avoid using it in a context where a specific art form (e.g., fresco painter) is being discussed.

Grammar pattern

painter + object

Memory hint

Think of a painter with a palette full of colors, ready to create beauty on canvas.

Collocations

  • self-employed
  • house
  • sign
  • painter and decorator
  • celebrated
  • distinguished
  • famous

Synonyms

  • artist
  • picture maker
  • canvas creator
  • illustrator

Antonyms

  • sculptor
  • artisan

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'paintress' which is outdated.
  • Using 'painting' instead of 'painter' to refer to the person.
  • Assuming it only refers to house painters and not artists.