Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

thespian

noun
/ˈθɛs.pi.ən/
Definition
A person who is an actor or actress.
Examples
  • She has always wanted to be a thespian, performing in community theater.
  • The thespian community in the city is vibrant and regularly organizes performances.
  • Many thespian schools offer workshops for aspiring actors and actresses.
Meaning
The term ‘thespian’ is often used to refer to someone who is involved in the performance of plays and theatrical productions.
Synonyms
  • actor
  • actress
  • performer
  • player
  • thesp