trouper Definition
- 1an experienced actor who can cope with difficulties and is reliable
- 2a member of a group of performers, especially a touring company
Using trouper: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "trouper" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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She's a real trouper and never misses a performance.
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The troupe's lead trouper was injured during the show.
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He's been a trouper for over 20 years, performing in countless productions.
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The director praised the trouper's ability to improvise when things went wrong.
trouper Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with trouper
Example
Despite his age, he's still an old trouper and can perform with the best of them.
trouper's injury
an injury sustained by a performer during a show or rehearsal
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The trouper's injury caused the rest of the cast to improvise and adjust their performance.
trouper's spirit
the resilience and determination shown by a performer in the face of adversity or difficulty
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Despite the technical difficulties, the trouper's spirit shone through and the audience loved the performance.
Origins of trouper
from 'troupe' + '-er', meaning 'member of a troupe'
Summary: trouper in Brief
A 'trouper' [ˈtruːpər] is an experienced and reliable actor who can handle difficulties. It can also refer to a member of a group of performers, especially a touring company. Examples include 'She's a real trouper and never misses a performance.' and 'He's been a trouper for over 20 years, performing in countless productions.' Phrases like 'old trouper' and 'trouper's injury' are also common.
