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US/ˈnɑː.vəl.ɪst/
UK/ˈnɒv.əl.ɪst/
a person who writes novels as a job
In context
The novelist spent three years writing her latest book about a family in Hanoi.
Many young people dream of becoming a famous novelist one day.
A bestselling novelist will speak at the library on Friday evening.
Words that go with novelist
adjective + noun
- famous novelistShe is a famous novelist in her country.
- bestselling novelistThe bestselling novelist signed copies for her fans.
- young novelistThe young novelist won a major prize.
noun + noun
- novelist and poetHe is both a novelist and a poet.
verb + noun
- become a novelistHe gave up his job to become a novelist.