screenwriter

noun

screen·​writ·​er ˈskrēn-ˌrī-tər How to pronounce screenwriter (audio)
: a writer of screenplays

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But Wright and screenwriter Deborah Moggach rediscovered a youthful vitality that had always been present in the original book, bringing it out in unexpected fashion. Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 18 Apr. 2025 The irony is that the film’s screenwriter, Sam Stefanak, came from the world of comedy. Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025 But director Mary Harron’s take on Bateman, co-written with screenwriter Guinevere Turner, has been considered feminist by some, including Kooijman, in its critiques. Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 15 Apr. 2025 Earlier this year, Sorvino confirmed a sequel is in the works with original screenwriter Robin Schiff crafting the script and both lead actresses returning to their roles. Jack Irvin, People.com, 14 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for screenwriter

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First Known Use

1913, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of screenwriter was in 1913

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“Screenwriter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/screenwriter. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.

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screenwriter

noun
screen·​writ·​er -ˌrīt-ər How to pronounce screenwriter (audio)
: a writer of screenplays
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