doer
Doer (noun) means someone who takes action and gets things done, rather than just talking or planning. Example: “She's a doer, not a dreamer — she had the project finished within a week.”
How to use doer
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA person who acts and accomplishes things, as opposed to someone who just talks about it.
Word forms
doers plural
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She's a _____, not a dreamer — she had the project finished within a week.
Etymology
From Old English dōere, simply "do" plus the agent suffix "-er."
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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.".