Definition

A person who writes odes, which are lyrical poems often expressing emotion or praise.

Example

The famous odist composed a beautiful ode to nature.

Conversation

Have you ever read a poem by a famous odist?

No, I haven't! What’s an odist exactly?

It's someone who writes odes, usually about beauty or nature.

That sounds interesting! I’d love to read some odes now.

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Root Explanation

This word originates from Old French 'odiste', meaning a person who composes or performs poetry, particularly in a lyrical or musical form. The term is derived from the Greek 'ode', meaning a song or poem, combined with the suffix '-ist', which denotes a person who practices or is concerned with something.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who creates or performs 'odes' (songs or poems) — that's what an 'odist' does.

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