Chair — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈcher/

Meaning & Definition of Chair

Chair (noun)

  1. a seat typically having four legs and a back for one person
  2. electric chair —used with the
  3. an official seat or a seat of authority, state, or dignity

Chair (verb)

  1. to preside as chairperson of
  2. to install in office
  3. to carry on the shoulders in acclaim

Chair (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a person in charge of a meeting

    "all questions and comments should be directed to the chair"

    similar: chairman, chairperson, moderator, president, presider, prolocutor, speaker
    related: chairwoman, cochair, cochairman, cochairperson, cochairwoman, copresident

  2. the place of leadership or command

    "the chair of the English department at the university"

    similar: driver's seat, head, headship, helm, rein(s)
    related: chieftainship, commandership, directorship, forefront, lead, vanguard, captainship, chairmanship, deanship, dictatorship, generalship, governorship, kingship, mastership, mastery, premiership, presidency, presidentship, superintendency, dominance, dominion, jurisdiction, sovereignty, sway, upper hand, eminence, height, pedestal, pinnacle, seat, throne, top
    near: ranks

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Chair

The most common words with a similar meaning to Chair:

chairman, chairperson, moderator, president, presider, prolocutor, speaker, driver's seat, head, headship, helm, rein(s)

Related Words for Chair

chairwoman, cochair, cochairman, cochairperson, cochairwoman, copresident, chieftainship, commandership, directorship, forefront, lead, vanguard, captainship, chairmanship, deanship, dictatorship, generalship, governorship, kingship, mastership, mastery, premiership, presidency, presidentship, superintendency, dominance, dominion, jurisdiction, sovereignty, sway

Near Antonyms of Chair

ranks

Word Forms of Chair

Inflections: chairs, chaired, chairing

Origin & Etymology of Chair

Middle English chaiere, from Anglo-French, from Latin cathedra, from Greek kathedra, from kata- cata- + hedra seat sit

First known use: 14th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Chair

Words & Phrases Containing Chair

chair car, chair rail, Adirondack chair, Barcelona chair, bath chair, booster chair, butterfly chair, captain's chair

Frequently Asked Questions about Chair

What does "Chair" mean?

"Chair" means a seat typically having four legs and a back for one person. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: a seat typically having four legs and a back for one person. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Chair"?

Other words for "Chair" include chairman, chairperson, moderator, president, presider, prolocutor, speaker and driver's seat. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Chair" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Chair"?

There are 50 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Chair". Common alternatives include chairman, chairperson, moderator, president, presider, prolocutor, speaker, driver's seat, head and headship.

How do you use "Chair" in a sentence?

Examples of "Chair" in a sentence: "all questions and comments should be directed to the chair"; "the chair of the English department at the university".

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

"Chair" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

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

As an A1-level word, "Chair" is typical of Cambridge A1 Movers (Young Learners), TOEIC Listening & Reading 120+.

How do you pronounce "Chair"?

"Chair" is pronounced /ˈcher/.

What is the origin of the word "Chair"?

"Chair" comes from Middle English chaiere, from Anglo-French, from Latin cathedra, from Greek kathedra, from kata- cata- + hedra seat sit. First known use: 14th century.