gagwriter

/ˈɡæɡraɪtər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who writes humorous or satirical material, especially for a television show, often in the form of sketches, or a comedian who writes their own material.

“The comedian is also a skilled gagwriter, known for his witty one-liners.”

2. verb

To write humorous or satirical material, especially for a television show.

“He gagwrote a series of sketches for the comedy show, which became a hit.”

Synonyms

  • comedian
  • humorist
  • satirist

Antonyms

  • dramatist
  • tragedian