Thespian (Noun)
Meaning
A theatrical performer.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The renowned thespian had been nominated for numerous awards for her portrayal of the tragic heroine.
- His long career as a thespian had seen him take on a wide range of roles, from classical leads to musical comedies.
- After years of working behind the scenes, she finally made her debut as a thespian in a local production of "A Midsummer Night's Dream".
- The celebrated thespian brought gravity and nuance to the role of Hamlet, earning rave reviews from critics.
- In her twilight years, the elderly thespian would regale audiences with tales of her time on stage with the great Laurence Olivier.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Hyponyms
- Character Actor
- Upstager
- Ham
- Spear Carrier
- Pantomimist
- Playactor
- Walk-on
- Reenactor
- Tragedian
- Supernumerary
- Extra
- Understudy
- Heavy
- Mummer
- Ingenue
- Standby
- Principal
- Comedian
- Plant
- Star
- Mimer
- Mime
- Barnstormer
- Lead
- Ham Actor
- Screen Actor
- Leading Man
- Scene-stealer
- Movie Actor
- Play-actor
- Actress