belter

noun

Definition of belternext
as in singer

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Recent Examples of belter And barring a pole position in Canada, Russell faded into the background as Antonelli went on a belter, securing five consecutive grand prix victories and four pole positions. — Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 14 June 2026 Loesser’s score is ambitious and diverse, with a discordant duet by Joe and Rosabella, lively Neapolitan-style songs by the Italian vineyeard workers, a beautifully harmonized barbershop quartet and some classic Broadway belter songs. — Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 June 2026 Capaldi is not just another bellowing belter, but a true soprano with a flexible middle range and sustained articulation in her phrasing. — Christopher Smith, Oc Register, 4 June 2026 But don’t discount soul belter Olivia Dean and R&B revivalist Leon Thomas. — Maura Johnston, Rolling Stone, 10 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for belter
Recent Examples of Synonyms for belter
  1. singer
  2. songster
  3. vocalist
  4. warbler
  5. crooner
  6. songstress
Noun
  • When Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour stopped in London in 2024, the Prince of Wales wanted a photo with his kids and the world-famous singer.
    — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Danielle announced her new role in an Instagram video shared Thursday, reflecting on her relationship with her aunt and her plans to help preserve the singer's legacy.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of singer
Noun
  • How absurd, indeed, to imagine wild birds giving time like the mechanical songsters on an ornamental clock.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 23 Apr. 2026
  • Musicians including psych rocker Damon Krukowski and power pop songster Ted Leo have taken to X to blast out their support.
    — Caitlin Harrington, WIRED, 6 Oct. 2023
Definition of songster
Noun
  • Each vocalist took a turn at the mic, though they could barely be heard over the crowd’s own singing.
    — Ellise Shafer, Variety, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Reba McEntire is a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame and a multi-faceted vocalist, entertainer, actor, author and businesswoman—much like one of her country music forebears, Dolly Parton.
    — Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of vocalist
Noun
  • Now the northern yellow warbler and mangrove yellow warbler are two different species with different scientific names.
    — Sheryl DeVore, Chicago Tribune, 15 Sep. 2026
  • Some birds will pass through and continue on to the boreal forests of Canada; this warbler might be one of them.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of warbler
Noun
  • The fall 2026 collection from Taller Marmo turned back the clock with its designs, creating dresses and gowns inspired by film noir, Old Hollywood glamour and 1920s evening wear, a fit for her club-crooner aesthetic.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Wagoner, a country crooner known for his rhinestone suits, was a veteran hitmaker who gave Parton her big break by casting her on his show.
    — Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of crooner
Noun
  • This first Cécred hair fragrance continues to show the songstress is a fan of bold, sultry scents.
    — Caché McClay, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2026
  • The legendary songstress said goodbye to Carl Dean, her husband of 59 years, in March of 2025.
    — Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of songstress

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“Belter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/belter. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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