A communicator is someone who shares ideas, information, or feelings effectively with others. A strong communicator can explain complicated concepts in ways that make sense, tell engaging stories that hold people's attention, and express thoughts clearly whether speaking or writing.

Being a good communicator means choosing the right words for your audience, listening carefully to others, and adjusting your message based on how people respond. A teacher who makes difficult math problems understandable is a skilled communicator. So is a friend who can explain why they're upset without starting an argument, or a student who gives a presentation that keeps the class interested instead of bored.

Different situations require different communication skills. Writing a persuasive essay, giving a speech, explaining directions, telling a joke, or comforting someone who's sad all require you to be a good communicator in different ways. Some people are naturally gifted communicators, but everyone can improve these skills with practice.

The word can also refer specifically to someone's job or role: a communications director helps organizations share their message with the public, and news communicators inform people about current events.