Definition

A person who plays games, particularly in a competitive manner or for money.

Example

The gamester placed a large bet on the poker table, hoping to win big.

Conversation

Have you met that new guy in our group?

Yeah, he seems like a real gamester with all his talk about poker.

I heard he plays every weekend and even enters tournaments.

That sounds exciting! I might join him next time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Gamester → It is formed from "game" (from Old English *gamen*, meaning joy or fun) and "-ster" (a suffix used to denote a person associated with a particular activity). A gamester is a person who engages in games, particularly for enjoyment or competition.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who participates in 'games' ('game') — the '-ster' indicates that this person is associated with that activity. A gamester is someone who enjoys playing games.

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