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Writer

UK /["/ˈraɪtə(r)/"]/US /["/ˈraɪtər/"]/

Definition

a person whose job is writing books, stories, articles, etc.

In simple words: A person who writes things like books, articles, or stories.

Examples

  • The writer finished his novel after many months of hard work.
  • She always wanted to be a writer since she was a child.
  • The writer received an award for her contributions to literature.
  • As a writer, he often writes articles about technology.
  • The best advice for a new writer is to read a lot.

Usage notes

The term 'writer' is generally neutral and can apply to casual or professional contexts, but may not be suitable when referring to someone who primarily creates content for social media, where 'content creator' might fit better.

Grammar pattern

writer + of + work

Memory hint

Think of 'write' plus 'er' - the person who writes.

Collocations

  • celebrated
  • distinguished
  • eminent
  • write something
  • argue something
  • describe something
  • as writer
  • writer for
  • writer of
  • a group of writers
  • a writer’s group
  • a writer in residence

Synonyms

  • author
  • scripter
  • novelist
  • journalist
  • playwright

Antonyms

  • reader

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'author' — a writer may be an author, but not all writers publish books.
  • Using 'writer' as plural without adding 's' — should say 'writers'.
  • Mispronouncing the silent 'w' at the beginning.