An artist is someone who creates work that shows imaginationthe ability to form new ideas, pictures, or possibilities in the mind, skill, and sensitivityawareness of feelings, needs, or small differences; careful emotional understanding. The word is often used for people who make paintings, music, writing, performances, or other creativeable to produce original and interesting ideas or things work.
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /ˈɑrtɪst/
Easy pronunciation: AR-tist (approximate spelling).
Stress: Stress the first syllable.
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Artist Meaning
someone who makes creative work
Part of speech: noun
Definition: a person whose creative work shows sensitivity and imagination
Example: She has always been an artist, even when she works in different mediums.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- creative person — A close match for the broad sense of someone with creative talent.
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Artist Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- creative person
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Common Mistakes
- Not every artist is a painter; the word can also apply to musicians, writers, performers, and other creative people.
- Artist is not the same as art teacher, art lover, or designer in every context.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does artist mean?
An artist is a person whose work shows creativity, imagination, and sensitivity.
What is a synonym for artist?
A strong synonym in the broad sense is creative person.
Is artist only used for painters?
No. It can refer to many kinds of creative people, including painters, musicians, writers, and performers.
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