Administrator — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /əd-ˈmi-nə-ˌstrā-tər/ ad·min·is·tra·tor

Meaning & Definition of Administrator

Administrator (noun)

  1. a person legally vested with the right of administration of an estate
  2. one who administers especially business, school, or governmental affairs
  3. a person who manages a computer network or system

Administrator (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a person who manages or directs something

    "a hospital administrator"

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Administrator

The most common words with a similar meaning to Administrator:

Origin & Etymology of Administrator

Middle English administratour, borrowed from Anglo-French, borrowed from Latin administātor "person in charge, manager," from administrāre "to administer" + -tor, agent suffix

First known use: 15th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Administrator

Frequently Asked Questions about Administrator

What does "Administrator" mean?

"Administrator" means a person legally vested with the right of administration of an estate. As a noun, it is defined as: a person legally vested with the right of administration of an estate.

What is another word for "Administrator"?

Other words for "Administrator" include administrant, archon, director, exec, executive, manager, superintendent and supervisor. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Administrator" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Administrator"?

There are 22 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Administrator". Common alternatives include administrant, archon, director, exec, executive, manager, superintendent and supervisor.

How do you use "Administrator" in a sentence?

Examples of "Administrator" in a sentence: "a hospital administrator".

Is "Administrator" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Administrator" is a noun.

Is "Administrator" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C1-level word, "Administrator" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Administrator"?

"Administrator" is pronounced /əd-ˈmi-nə-ˌstrā-tər/ and divided into syllables as ad·min·is·tra·tor.

What is the origin of the word "Administrator"?

"Administrator" comes from Middle English administratour, borrowed from Anglo-French, borrowed from Latin administātor "person in charge, manager," from administrāre "to administer" + -tor, agent suffix. First known use: 15th century.