dean

The word “dean” has 1 syllable: dean

It's pronounced as /diːn/


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In the thesaurus, “dean” has 10 synonyms and 2 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for dean along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for dean

Antonyms for dean

Meanings of dean

  • noun
    1. A senior official in a college or university, who may be in charge of a division or faculty (for example, the dean of science) or have some other advisory or disciplinary function (for example, the dean of students).
    2. A dignitary or presiding officer in certain church bodies, especially an ecclesiastical dignitary, subordinate to a bishop, in charge of a chapter of canons.
    3. The senior member of some group of people.
    4. (chiefly in place names) A hill.
  • verb
    1. To serve as a dean.
    2. To send (a student) to see the dean of a university.

Example Sentences

  • The dean of the college addressed the students at the graduation ceremony.
  • She met with the dean to discuss her academic progress and future plans.
  • The dean was responsible for approving all major curriculum changes.
  • After years of dedicated service, he was promoted to the position of dean.
  • The dean organized a special event to celebrate the university’s anniversary.

On this page you'll find 12 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to dean, such as: administrator, baby, doyen, elder, elder statesman, junior, legislator.

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abbots

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deaconesses

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elder

  • adult
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