Definition

A person who regularly goes to watch movies in a cinema.

Example

As a filmgoer, I enjoy watching the latest releases every weekend.

Conversation

Are you going to the movies this weekend?

Definitely! I'm a huge filmgoer and I can't resist a good flick.

What movie are you excited to see?

I'm really looking forward to the new action film; it looks amazing!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Filmgoer → It is formed from "film" (from Old English *filme*, meaning a thin layer or membrane) and "goer" (from Old English *gān*, meaning to go). A filmgoer is someone who goes to see films.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'goes' ('goer') to see a 'thin layer' or 'membrane' of moving images — that's what a filmgoer does.

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