mentor

men-tor · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    An experienced person who advises and guides a less experienced person.

  2. 2.

    A trusted counselor or teacher.

Forms

plural: mentors

Related words

Antonyms: mentee, student
See also: coach, guide, teacher
Synonyms: advisor, coach, guide

Etymology

From Greek Mentor, the name of a character in Homer's Odyssey who was a trusted advisor to Odysseus's son.