screenwriter

noun

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

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Founded in 1909, the organization annually brings together a cadre of film industry professionals including filmmakers, actors, producers, and screenwriters to select the best content of the year. Sam Falb, Vogue, 8 Jan. 2025 The romantic outing comes months after the Tony Award-winning actress filed for divorce from husband Ted Griffin, a screenwriter, in October. Christina Dugan Ramirez, Fox News, 7 Jan. 2025 In addition to his acting career, Fornes also worked as a director and screenwriter. Edward Segarra, USA TODAY, 7 Jan. 2025 As previously announced, Dune director, producer and screenwriter Denis Villeneuve will receive the CAS Filmmaker Award and Maitland, known for his work on Joker and West Side Story, will be presented with the Career Achievement Award. Brande Victorian, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for screenwriter 

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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 22 Jan. 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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