commenter

[ kom-en-ter ]

noun

1. a person who makes remarks, observations, or criticisms, especially in response to a published story, post, etc.:

   I will delete comments and ban commenters that bring too much negativity to the forum.

   Class size is a topic that is always in fashion with education policy commenters and journalists.

2. a person who writes explanatory or critical notes on a text:

   These commentaries have the commenter’s notes and the Biblical text in parallel columns.

Word History and Origins

Origin of commenter¹

First recorded in 1350–1400; comment ( def ) + -er ¹( def )

Example Sentences

One commenter actually cited "male depression, which has been brought on by feminists who hate them."

From Salon

“Houston TX was sad the day you announced you were leaving for LA but knew you’d be a blessing to them as you were to us. You did so much for us during Harvey and so much for young men,” wrote one commenter from Texas.

From Los Angeles Times

“My heart is truly saddened today,” a commenter wrote on Instagram.

From Los Angeles Times

“This is why you have my support,” one commenter wrote when the video was later posted to Instagram with Gascón gesturing wildly at overlain text highlighting some of his campaign’s priorities.

From Los Angeles Times

In the comment section of TikTok videos discussing the New Jersey case, one commenter wrote “Seagulls are like rats of the sky.”

From Salon