Definition

A person who writes articles or reports about sports events, often for newspapers or magazines.

Example

The sportswriter covered the championship game and provided detailed analysis.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about becoming a sportswriter?

That sounds interesting, but I’m not sure I have the skills for it.

You might be surprised! A lot of sportswriters start as fans who just write about what they love.

True, and it could be a fun way to combine my passion for sports and writing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sportswriter → It is formed from "sport" (from Old French *desport*, meaning leisure or recreation) and "writer" (from Old English *writere*, meaning one who writes). A sportswriter is someone who writes about leisure activities, specifically sports.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who writes about activities for fun ('sport') and is a person who writes ('writer'). This helps you remember that a sportswriter is someone who writes about sports.

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