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wordsmith Meaning & Definition

/ˈwɜːdsmɪθ/

What Does Wordsmith Mean?

Wordsmith is a noun that means One who uses words skilfully. As a verb, it means To skilfully compose or craft (something written).

Wordsmith at a Glance

Part of speechnoun, verb
Pronunciation/ˈwɜːdsmɪθ/
Pluralwordsmiths
Verb formswordsmiths, wordsmithing, wordsmithed

Wordsmith Definition (Noun)

  1. One who uses words skilfully.

    She has always been known as a capable wordsmith, but in this latest novel she also shows surprising emotional depth.

Wordsmith as a Verb

  1. To skilfully compose or craft (something written).

Synonyms of Wordsmith

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Wordsmith in a Sentence

She has always been known as a capable wordsmith, but in this latest novel she also shows surprising emotional depth.

Word Forms & Grammar

wordsmith (plural wordsmiths)

wordsmith (third-person singular simple present wordsmiths, present participle wordsmithing, simple past and past participle wordsmithed)

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Origin of Wordsmith

The noun is derived from word +‎ smith (“craftsperson who works metal into desired forms; (by extension) one who makes anything”).[1] The verb is derived from the noun.

Frequently Asked Questions About Wordsmith

Is wordsmith a noun or a verb?

Wordsmith is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.

What is the plural of wordsmith?

The plural of wordsmith is wordsmiths.

What is the past tense of wordsmith?

The past tense of wordsmith is wordsmithed. The present participle is wordsmithing.

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