Chairman — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈcher-mən/ chair·man

Meaning & Definition of Chairman

Chairman (noun)

  1. a person and especially a man who serves as chairperson
  2. a carrier of a sedan chair

Chairman (verb)

  1. chair

Chairman (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a person in charge of a meeting

    "the chairman called the meeting to order"

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

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Chairman

The most common words with a similar meaning to Chairman:

chair, chairperson, moderator, president, presider, prolocutor, speaker

Related Words for Chairman

chairwoman, cochair, cochairman, cochairperson, cochairwoman, copresident

Word Forms of Chairman

Inflections: chairmen, chairmaned, chairmanned, chairmaning, chairmanning

Derived words: chairmanship (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Chairman

First known use: circa 1643

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Chairman

Words & Phrases Containing Chairman

cochairman

Frequently Asked Questions about Chairman

What does "Chairman" mean?

"Chairman" means a person and especially a man who serves as chairperson. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: a person and especially a man who serves as chairperson.

What is another word for "Chairman"?

Other words for "Chairman" include chair, chairperson, moderator, president, presider, prolocutor and speaker. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Chairman" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Chairman"?

There are 13 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Chairman". Common alternatives include chair, chairperson, moderator, president, presider, prolocutor and speaker.

How do you use "Chairman" in a sentence?

Examples of "Chairman" in a sentence: "the chairman called the meeting to order".

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

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

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

As a B2-level word, "Chairman" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Chairman"?

"Chairman" is pronounced /ˈcher-mən/ and divided into syllables as chair·man.

What is the origin of the word "Chairman"?

First known use: circa 1643.