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Definition of lyricist

lyricist

/ˈlɪr.ɪ.sɪst/
lyr · i · cist
Adverb:lyrically
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Plural:lyricists
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Adjective:lyrical
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• noun

1

A person who writes the words or lyrics for popular songs or musical theater productions, as distinct from the composer who writes the music.

Example

"The composer and the lyricist collaborated for months to create the score for the new Broadway musical."

2

A poet who writes lyric poetry that expresses personal emotions or feelings.

Example

"The anthology celebrates her as a gifted lyricist whose verses capture the quiet beauty of rural life."

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lyrics
lysimachia
lysol

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the early 19th century from 'lyric' plus the agent suffix '-ist', tracing back to the Ancient Greek 'lyrikos' (singing to the lyre), from 'lyra' (lyre).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Lyricist. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/lyricist
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