dean

The word “dean” has 1 syllable: dean.

It's pronounced as /diːn/.

What is synonym and antonym for dean?

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

administrator
doyen
elder
elder statesman
legislator
nestor
principal
professor
senior
veteran

Antonyms for dean

baby
junior

Meanings of dean

noun

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).
A dignitary or presiding officer in certain church bodies, especially an ecclesiastical dignitary, subordinate to a bishop, in charge of a chapter of canons.
The senior member of some group of people.
(chiefly in place names) A hill.

verb

To serve as a dean.
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.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.