1. plural of prosaist; writers or speakers who compose in prose rather than verse
Usage: formal; literary
2. people who write or speak in a dull, uninspired, or unimaginative manner
Usage: derogatory; literary

Examples

• The conference brought together novelists, journalists, and other prosaists from around the world.
• While the Romantic poets captured the imagination, the prosaists of the era focused on realistic social commentary.
• Many prosaists struggle to engage readers with their straightforward, factual writing style.
• The anthology featured both poets and prosaists, offering diverse perspectives on the human condition.
• Some critics dismissed the prosaists as lacking the creativity and artistry of their poetic counterparts.