Meaning & use
scriptwriter
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A person who writes scripts for films, television shows, or other performances.
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The scriptwriter revised the final scene three times before filming began.
She started as a scriptwriter for a local sitcom before moving to feature films.
A note on using this word
Often used interchangeably with 'screenwriter,' though 'scriptwriter' can also cover writing for radio, theater, or games.
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