The word "trovatores" refers to a group of medieval poets and musicians who specialized in composing and performing troubadour-style songs. While there are no direct synonyms for this word, it is often used interchangeably with the term "troubadours". Other related terms include "jongleurs" (minstrels who performed songs and recited poetry) and "Minnesänger" (German troubadours who focused on courtly love and chivalry). These words all refer to artists who played an important role in the development of Western music and poetry, and their influence can still be felt today in modern genres like folk music and country music.