Synonyms for

Player

Verb / ˈpleɪɜ: / Another word for player — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A person who takes part in a game or sport.

Synonyms & similar words

musician thespian participant instrumentalist roleplayer actor histrion athlete competitor contender contestant gamer participant performer pro sportsperson baller jock ballplayer ball-hawk ballerina ballist ballhawk courtier maestro virtuoso

Synonyms by register

Formal

participant competitor contestant protagonist

Informal

gamer baller dude guy

Literary

actor performer figure

Antonyms

nonplayer spectator observer audience outsider

Common collocations

  • active player
  • key player
  • team player
  • main player
  • leading player
  • new player
  • game player
  • role player

Word family

noun player
verb play
adjective playable
adverb playfully

Usage note

The word 'player' can refer to someone participating in a game, a sport, a theatrical performance, or even a significant individual in a particular field. Be mindful of the context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. She is a great soccer player.
  2. My brother is a piano player.
  3. He is a professional chess player.
  4. The basketball player made a great shot.
  5. The tennis player won the match.

Quotes

  • "A good hockey player plays where the puck is. A great hockey player plays where the puck is going to be." - Wayne Gretzky
  • "A great tennis career is something that a 15-year-old normally doesn't have. I hope my example helps other teens believe they can accomplish things they never thought possible." - Maria Sharapova
  • "A good player always wants to come in. But it's always the coach's decision." - Claudio Ranieri

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