underwriter

noun

un·​der·​writ·​er ˈən-dər-ˌrī-tər 

ˈən-də-

1

: one that underwrites : guarantor

2

a

: one that underwrites a policy of insurance : insurer

b

: one who selects risks to be solicited or rates the acceptability of risks solicited

3

: one that underwrites a security issue

Examples of underwriter in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Carr has launched investigations into other media entities, including PBS and NPR over their sponsor messages for underwriters, and Comcast over its diversity, equity and inclusion policies. —Ted Johnson, Deadline, 26 Feb. 2025

Instead of using precious high value underwriting time to look at documents, underwriters can spend more time generating revenue. —Michael Abbott, Forbes, 18 Feb. 2025

An underwriter will then review your application to determine your eligibility and premiums. —Brian Sloan, CNBC, 31 Dec. 2024

Lead underwriters on the IPO are Goldman Sachs Group, Morgan Stanley, Wells Fargo and Citigroup. —Laurence Darmiento, Los Angeles Times, 12 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1622, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for underwriter

• copywriter
• expediter
• biter
• brighter
• fighter
• lighter
• miter
• niter
• reiter
• righter
• slighter
• tighter

Legal Definition

underwriter

noun

un·​der·​writ·​er ˈən-dər-ˌrī-tər 

1

a

: a person (as an individual or a company) who underwrites an insurance policy : insurer

b

: a person who assesses risks to be covered by an insurance policy

2

: a person (as an individual or company) who underwrites a security issue compare issuer

Note: The Securities Act of 1933 requires dealers, issuers, and underwriters to file registration statements for the securities that they sell.