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US/ˈlɪr.ɪ.sɪst/
UK/ˈlɪr.ɪ.sɪst/
a person who writes the words of songs
In context
The lyricist and the composer worked together on every song in the show.
She is a gifted lyricist whose words feel like poetry.
The musical's lyricist won an award for the opening number.
Words that go with lyricist
adjective + noun
- gifted lyricistHe was a gifted lyricist before he became a director.
- talented lyricistThe band hired a talented lyricist for the new album.
- award-winning lyricistThe award-winning lyricist wrote the film's main song.
- veteran lyricistA veteran lyricist helped the young singer find her voice.
noun + noun
- composer and lyricistHe worked as both composer and lyricist on the project.