Manager — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈma-ni-jər/ man·ag·er

Meaning & Definition of Manager

Manager (noun)

  1. one that manages
  2. a person who conducts business or household affairs
  3. a person whose work or profession is management

Manager (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a person who manages or directs something

    "we wanted an exemption from the policy regarding refunds, but the store manager refused"

    similar: administrant, administrator, archon, director, exec, executive, superintendent, supervisor
    related: codirector, comanager, co-organizer, middle manager, boardman, officer, official, commissioner, minister, boss, chief, head, leader, president

Related Entry: Middle manager (noun)

Middle manager is a different word from Manager. The synonyms below are for middle manager, not for manager.

  1. as in comanager, manager

    similar: administrant, administrator, archon, director, exec, executive, manager, superintendent, supervisor, boss, chief, head, leader, president, boardman, officer, official, commissioner, minister, codirector, comanager, co-organizer

Related Entry: Stage manager (noun)

Stage manager is a different word from Manager. The synonyms below are for stage manager, not for manager.

  1. as in producer, impresario

    similar: impresario, producer, director, regisseur, stage director, auteur, directress

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Manager

The most common words with a similar meaning to Manager:

administrant, administrator, archon, director, exec, executive, superintendent, supervisor

Related Words for Manager

codirector, comanager, co-organizer, middle manager, boardman, officer, official, commissioner, minister, boss, chief, head, leader, president

Word Forms of Manager

Derived words: managership (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Manager

First known use: 1562

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Manager

Words & Phrases Containing Manager

city manager, floor manager, stage manager, town manager, account manager, submanager

Frequently Asked Questions about Manager

What does "Manager" mean?

"Manager" means one that manages. As a noun, it is defined as: one that manages.

What is another word for "Manager"?

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

What are different ways to say "Manager"?

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

How do you use "Manager" in a sentence?

Examples of "Manager" in a sentence: "we wanted an exemption from the policy regarding refunds, but the store manager refused".

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

"Manager" is a noun.

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

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

How do you pronounce "Manager"?

"Manager" is pronounced /ˈma-ni-jər/ and divided into syllables as man·ag·er.

What is the origin of the word "Manager"?

First known use: 1562.