Chairperson — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈcher-ˌpər-sᵊn/ chair·per·son

Meaning & Definition of Chairperson

Chairperson (noun)

  1. the presiding officer of a meeting, organization, committee, or event
  2. the administrative officer of a department of instruction (as in a college)

Chairperson (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a person in charge of a meeting

    "the chairperson will determine the order in which people will speak"

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Chairperson

The most common words with a similar meaning to Chairperson:

Word Forms of Chairperson

Inflections: chairpersons, chairpeople

Origin & Etymology of Chairperson

First known use: 1899

Words & Phrases Containing Chairperson

Frequently Asked Questions about Chairperson

What does "Chairperson" mean?

"Chairperson" means the presiding officer of a meeting, organization, committee, or event. As a noun, it is defined as: the presiding officer of a meeting, organization, committee, or event.

What is another word for "Chairperson"?

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

What are different ways to say "Chairperson"?

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

How do you use "Chairperson" in a sentence?

Examples of "Chairperson" in a sentence: "the chairperson will determine the order in which people will speak".

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

"Chairperson" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Chairperson"?

"Chairperson" is pronounced /ˈcher-ˌpər-sᵊn/ and divided into syllables as chair·per·son.

What is the origin of the word "Chairperson"?

First known use: 1899.

What is another word for "Chairperson" meaning "a person in charge of a meeting"?

When "Chairperson" (noun) means a person in charge of a meeting, synonyms include chair, chairman, moderator, president, presider and prolocutor.