plural noun
People who create visual art, such as paintings, drawings, or sculptures.
Many artists use oil paints.
The museum features local artists.
American English
How to pronounce artists
nounA2Common word
AHRdihsts
/ˈɑɹ.ɾɪsts/
2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Form of artist
People who create visual art, such as paintings, drawings, or sculptures.
Practice out loudMeanings & examples
plural noun
People who create or perform music, theater, dance, or other creative work, often as a job.
The artists performed three songs last night.
Many artists work hard to build a career.
Good to know
For people who only perform music, musicians is often more specific.
Useful expressions
A singer or musician who makes recorded music.
The recording artist released a new album.
A person who creates art in public places, often on walls or sidewalks.
A street artist painted the wall near the station.