Writing

/ˈraɪtɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The act or process of composing text for various purposes.

Her writing is characterized by a vivid imagination and compelling storytelling.

The activity or skill of marking coherent words on paper and composing text.

He spends hours a day engaged in his writing, developing new chapters for his book.

A written work, such as a book, article, or letter.

The professor published several impactful writings on environmental science.

The style or manner of composing text.

The writing in the novel was praised for its eloquence and depth.

verb

Present participle of write; to compose text.

She is writing a letter to her friend who lives abroad.

To express thoughts or ideas in written form.

He is writing an article about the effects of climate change.

Derived from Old English 'writan', meaning to scratch or draw.

writing on the wall

A sign of impending failure or misfortune.

writing in the stars

Destined to happen; fated.

ghostwriting

Writing for another person, who is the one credited as the author.

writer

A person who writes, especially as an occupation or profession.

composition

The act of writing an essay, poem, or similar work.

manuscript

A document submitted for publication or a handwritten copy of a text.

To write creatively or innovatively.

I spent the weekend just writing my next novel.

To produce a written document quickly.

I need to write up that report by noon.