Definition

A person who regularly attends opera performances.

Example

As an operagoer, she enjoys the beautiful music and dramatic stories presented on stage.

Conversation

Have you ever been to an opera before?

No, I haven't, but I've heard it's amazing.

You should definitely try it; I know you're a big operagoer at heart!

That sounds fun! I’ll look for tickets to the next show.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Operagoer → It is formed from "opera" (from Latin *opera*, meaning work or labor) and "goer" (meaning a person who goes). The word "operagoer" refers to a person who goes to see operas, thus someone who engages with the work of opera.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who goes to see a performance or 'work' ('opera') — that's why an operagoer is a person who enjoys opera.

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