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doer

11 antonyms and opposites of doer, grouped by meaning.

Noun — Someone who takes action and gets things done, rather than just talking or planning.

Antonyms

patient victim do-nothing do-naught faineant idler layabout lollygagger scrounger slacker slugabed

How to use doer

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

a real doer thinkers and doers

Etymology

From Old English dōere, simply "do" plus the agent suffix "-er."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “doer” mean?

The word “doer” means someone who takes action and gets things done, rather than just talking or planning. In plain terms, a person who acts and accomplishes things, as opposed to someone who just talks about it.

How do you pronounce “doer”?

“Doer” is pronounced DOO-uh (/ˈdu.ɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “doer” in a sentence?

Here is “doer” used in a sentence: “She's a doer, not a dreamer — she had the project finished within a week.”

What is the opposite of “doer”?

The opposite of “doer” — its antonyms — are patient, victim, do-nothing, do-naught and faineant.

What part of speech is “doer”?

“Doer” is a noun.

Where does the word “doer” come from?

The word “doer” comes from Old English. From Old English dōere, simply "do" plus the agent suffix "-er.".

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