playwright

[ pley-rahyt ]

noun

1. a writer of plays; dramatist.

playwright

/ ˈpleɪˌraɪt /

noun

1. a person who writes plays

Word History and Origins

Origin of playwright¹

First recorded in 1680–90; play + wright

Example Sentences

The job of the director, in this view, is to fulfill the playwright’s vision.

From Los Angeles Times

I told her to call playwright and drag artist Charles Busch and ask him to do an overhaul.

From Los Angeles Times

The humor, an integral part of the playwright’s flamboyant arsenal, is also missed.

From Los Angeles Times

Leading tributes, playwright Jeremy O'Harris said on X that Jones' "contributions to American culture were limitless", noting he was the first black person nominated for an Oscar for best score among his other achievements.

From BBC

The Oscar-nominated star said he applied for the Guildford School of Acting to impress a girl but had to prepare two pieces for the audition - one from a modern playwright and the other from Shakespeare.

From BBC