What is a playwright?
Q: What is a playwright?
A: A playwright is a person who writes plays for the stage.
Q: What is another word for a playwright?
A: Another word for a playwright is dramatist.
Q: What are closet dramas?
A: Closet dramas are plays that are written to be read and not played.
Q: What is the origin of the word "wright" in "playwright"?
A: The word "wright" in "playwright" does not come from "write." It is an ancient English term for a builder.
Q: What is an example of a "wright"?
A: A wheelwright is an example of a "wright" who makes wheels.
Q: What was the original meaning of the term "playwright"?
A: When the term "playwright" was first used, it was meant as an insult.
Q: Has the term "playwright" lost its insulting meaning?
A: Yes, today the term "playwright" has lost its insulting meaning.
