Definition

A person who regularly writes in a diary to record their thoughts, experiences, and feelings.

Example

As a diarist, she documented her travels and personal reflections every day.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about being a diarist?

Not really, but it sounds interesting!

I think it would be cool to document your thoughts like that.

Definitely! I might start one and see how it goes.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Diarist → It is formed from "diary" (from Latin *diarium*, meaning daily allowance or journal) and "-ist" (meaning a person who practices or is concerned with something). A diarist is a person who keeps a diary or journal, documenting daily events or thoughts.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'diary' as a place where daily thoughts are recorded, and the '-ist' means a person who does that. So, a diarist is someone who writes in a diary.

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