artist

Definition

  • noun: a person who creates art
  • noun: one skilled or versed in learned arts
  • synonyms: artisan, schemer, artiste

Examples

  • I can't draw at all, but both of my children are very talented 'artists'. [=they draw very well]

  • The couple lost their savings to a 'con artist' who told them he was an investment broker.

  • famous 'recording artists' [=singers and musicians who record their music]

Movie quotes

  • (..) Have a seat, Bill. Do you know John Lennon? Yeah, sure, he was the president before Lincoln. Lennon said: "I'm an artist. You give me a fucking tuba, I'll get you something out of it." I tell you, Mr. Costello... ...I'd like to squeeze some fucking money out of it. (..)
    2006 The Departed