Definition

A person who performs alone, especially in music or dance, rather than as part of a group.

Example

The soloist captivated the audience with her beautiful voice.

Conversation

Did you hear the new soloist at the concert last night?

Yeah, they were amazing! I couldn't believe their voice.

I know, right? Being a soloist takes so much confidence.

Absolutely, I could never perform alone like that!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Soloist → It is formed from "solo" (from Italian *solo*, meaning alone) and "-ist" (meaning one who practices or is concerned with). A soloist is one who performs alone, particularly in music.

Memory Tip

Think of someone performing 'alone' ('solo') — the '-ist' indicates a person who does that activity. This helps you remember that a soloist is someone who performs alone.

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