Strummer is a word used to describe someone who plays a stringed instrument, usually a guitar, forcefully and vigorously. Synonyms for this word include picker, plucker, and twanger. These synonyms specifically refer to someone who plays a stringed instrument, but they do not necessarily imply the same level of intensity or energy. Other synonyms for strummer that may better convey these connotations include shredder, thrasher, and wailer. These words are often used to describe musicians who play with a lot of speed and power, making them particularly well-suited for genres like heavy metal, hard rock, and punk.