Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ghostwriter
Noun
/ˈɡoʊstˌraɪtər/
Definition
A ghostwriter is a person hired to write for someone else, usually in the latter’s name, often producing books, articles, or other texts that are officially credited to another individual.
Examples
- Many celebrities hire a ghostwriter to help them pen their autobiographies.
- She worked as a ghostwriter for various authors, crafting compelling stories that resonated with audiences.
Meaning
The term refers to a professional writer who authors content that is published under someone else’s name, allowing them to maintain anonymity while providing writing services.
Synonyms
- ghost author
- novelist-for-hire
- contributor
