vocalizer

noun

Definition of vocalizernext
as in singer
one who sings a critic who disdains many of today's pop singers as mere vocalizers with little artistry

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  1. singer
  2. voice
  3. vocalist
Noun
  • In her monologue, Johnson, who split up with Coldplay singer Chris Martin and singer-songwriter Role Model since her last time hosting the show, makes a comparison to her newest film, Verity.
    — William Vaillancourt, Rolling Stone, 4 Oct. 2026
  • Townshend was born in West London in May 1945, just days before Germany’s surrender, to musical parents – his father a professional saxophonist and his mother a singer.
    — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 3 Oct. 2026
Definition of singer
Noun
  • The challenge is to identify the right voices and build an institution around them, rather than treating them as one-off projects.
    — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 7 Oct. 2026
  • We are constantly connected, yet often isolated, each with our own voice while genuine dialogue can be hard to achieve.
    — Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of voice
Noun
  • Explore See latest videos, charts and news The rocker, wearing a cap and aviator glasses, was joined with a full band and backing vocalists for a protest song that drips in fury and anger.
    — Lars Brandle, Billboard, 30 Sep. 2026
  • More than 3,000 singers auditioned to be the lead vocalist for the group.
    — Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of vocalist
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“Vocalizer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vocalizer. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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