Essayist Meaning
/ˈɛ.seɪ.ɪst/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounOne who composes essays; a writer of short compositions.
Sentence Examples
Mary has made a name for herself as an essayist and critic.
Mary became famous as an essayist and critic.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The famous ____ wrote weekly columns on social issues for the newspaper.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The famous ____ is known for her insightful and witty observations on modern life.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English essay Proto-Indo-European *-id- Proto-Indo-European *-yéti Proto-Indo-European *-idyéti Proto-Hellenic *-íďďō Ancient Greek -ῐ́ζω (-ĭ́zō) Proto-Hellenic *-tās Ancient Greek -τής (-tḗs) Ancient Greek -ῐστής (-ĭstḗs)bor. Latin -istader. Old French -istebor. Middle English -ist English -ist English essayist From essay + -ist.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The famous ____ wrote weekly columns on social issues for the newspaper.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The famous ____ is known for her insightful and witty observations on modern life.