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Spectator

noun
/spekˈteɪtər/

Meaning

a person who watches at a show, game, or other event; an observer
A person who watches an event, show, or game without taking part.

Example Sentences

The stadium was filled with excited spectators.

Thousands of spectators gathered to watch the football match.

Example Expressions

mere spectator

Synonyms

observer, viewer, onlooker, audience
Entry 1
observer, viewer, onlooker, audience
Entry 2
viewer, observer, onlooker, audience

Antonyms

participant, player, performer, actor
Entry 1
participant, player, performer, actor
Entry 2
participant, player

Collocations

sports spectator, cheering spectators, spectator sport, spectator stand, theater spectator, excited spectator
Entry 1
sports spectator, cheering spectators, spectator sport, spectator stand
Entry 2
sports spectator, theater spectator, excited spectator

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