Definition of rhapsodist

• n. - Anciently, one who recited or composed a rhapsody; especially, one whose profession was to recite the verses of Hormer and other epic poets.
• n. - Hence, one who recites or sings poems for a livelihood; one who makes and repeats verses extempore.
• n. - One who writes or speaks disconnectedly and with great excitement or affectation of feeling.