doer

noun

do·​er ˈdü-ər How to pronounce doer (audio)
Synonyms of doernext
: one that takes an active part
a thinker or a doer

Examples of doer in a Sentence

I'm more of a thinker than a doer.
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Brainstorm Tech International will convene CEOs and founders, technologists and investors, thinkers and doers to tackle the challenge of turning technological promise into lasting business and societal value. — Alex Capri, Fortune, 4 Aug. 2026 Are you known as a doer—who answers questions, fixes problems and follows instructions—or a strategic thinker who goes a step beyond the immediate issue? — Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 4 June 2026 However, the cover of the first issue of Forbes magazine did include the words devoted to doers and doings. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 20 May 2026 If this unfolds unchecked, a world ruled by superb machine doers could drain life of meaning, beginning with pride in our work. — Shai Tubali, Big Think, 27 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for doer

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of doer was in the 14th century

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“Doer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/doer. Accessed 11 Aug. 2026.

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doer

noun
do·​er ˈdü-ər How to pronounce doer (audio)
: one that does

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