advisor

ad-vi-sor · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A person who gives advice, especially in a professional capacity (American spelling variant of adviser).

  2. 2.

    A person who helps guide academic or career decisions.

Forms

plural: advisors

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    financial advisor — A professional who provides financial guidance.
  • •
    investment advisor — A professional who advises on investments.
  • •
    academic advisor — A person who guides students in their studies.

Related words

See also: advice, advise, adviser, consultant
Synonyms: adviser, consultant, counselor, mentor

Etymology

From advise + -or (agent suffix). Variant spelling of adviser, more common in American English.