Mechanic — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /mi-ˈka-nik/ me·chan·ic

Meaning & Definition of Mechanic

Mechanic (adjective)

  1. of or relating to manual work or skill
  2. mechanical

Mechanic (noun)

  1. a manual worker, artisan
  2. machinist; especially, one who repairs machines

Mechanic (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in serviceman, repairman

    similar: repairman, serviceman, troubleshooter, doctor, mender, renovator, repairer, tinkerer, jack-of-all-trades, do-it-yourselfer, handyman, handyperson

  2. as in operator, smith

    similar: operator, shaper, smith, wright, consultant, ace, adept, artist, authority, cognoscente, connoisseur, crackerjack, dab (chiefly British), dab hand (chiefly British), expert, fiend, geek, guru, hand, hotshot, maestro, master, maven, meister, past master, proficient, scholar, shark, sharp, virtuoso, whiz, wizard, pro, professional, specialist, technician, adviser, consigliere, counsel, counselor, addict, aficionado, buff, devotee, enthusiast, fan, craftsman, craftsperson, craftswoman, journeyman
    opposite: apprentice, beginner, neophyte, novice, amateur, inexpert, nonexpert, layman, nonprofessional, dabbler, dilettante

Mechanic (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. done instantly and without conscious thought or decision

    "the snapping of the handcuffs was followed by a mechanic reading of the suspect's rights"

    similar: automatic, instinctive, instinctual, involuntary, knee-jerk, mechanical, robotic, spontaneous
    related: conditioned, natural, Pavlovian, reactive, reflex, simple, subliminal, unconscious, unforced, visceral, blind, inadvertent, unintended, unintentional, unwilling, unwitting, abrupt, quick, ready, sudden, ad-lib, extemporaneous, extempore, impromptu, improvised, offhand, offhanded, off-the-cuff, snap, spur-of-the-moment, unconsidered, unplanned, unpremeditated, unprepared, unprompted, unreasoned, unrehearsed, unstudied, casual, chance, chancy, haphazard, hasty, hit-or-miss, impetuous, impulsive, mindless, random, rash
    near: calculated, conscious, cultivated, deliberate, designed, intended, intentional, predetermined, prepared, projected, refined, rehearsed, volitional, voluntary, willed, willful, advised, aforethought, careful, considered, foresighted, forethoughtful, measured, meticulous, reasoned, studied, thoughtful

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Mechanic

The most common words with a similar meaning to Mechanic:

Chiefly British: dab, dab hand
repairman, serviceman, troubleshooter, doctor, mender, renovator, repairer, tinkerer, jack-of-all-trades, do-it-yourselfer, handyman, handyperson, operator, shaper, smith, wright, consultant, ace, adept, artist, authority, cognoscente, connoisseur, crackerjack, expert, fiend, geek, guru, hand, hotshot, maestro, master, maven, meister, past master, proficient, scholar, shark, sharp, virtuoso

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Mechanic

Words with the opposite meaning of Mechanic:

apprentice, beginner, neophyte, novice, amateur, inexpert, nonexpert, layman, nonprofessional, dabbler, dilettante

Related Words for Mechanic

conditioned, natural, Pavlovian, reactive, reflex, simple, subliminal, unconscious, unforced, visceral, blind, inadvertent, unintended, unintentional, unwilling, unwitting, abrupt, quick, ready, sudden, ad-lib, extemporaneous, extempore, impromptu, improvised, offhand, offhanded, off-the-cuff, snap, spur-of-the-moment

Near Antonyms of Mechanic

calculated, conscious, cultivated, deliberate, designed, intended, intentional, predetermined, prepared, projected, refined, rehearsed, volitional, voluntary, willed, willful, advised, aforethought, careful, considered, foresighted, forethoughtful, measured, meticulous, reasoned, studied, thoughtful

Origin & Etymology of Mechanic

Middle English, probably from Middle French mecanique, adjective & noun, from Latin mechanicus, from Greek mēchanikos, from mēchanē

First known use: 14th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Mechanic

Frequently Asked Questions about Mechanic

What does "Mechanic" mean?

"Mechanic" means of or relating to manual work or skill. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: of or relating to manual work or skill. It has 3 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Mechanic"?

Other words for "Mechanic" include repairman, serviceman, troubleshooter, doctor, mender, renovator, repairer and tinkerer. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Mechanic" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Mechanic"?

There are 119 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Mechanic". Common alternatives include repairman, serviceman, troubleshooter, doctor, mender, renovator, repairer, tinkerer, jack-of-all-trades and do-it-yourselfer.

What is the opposite of "Mechanic"?

Antonyms of "Mechanic" include apprentice, beginner, neophyte, novice, amateur, inexpert, nonexpert and layman. Near antonyms include calculated, conscious, cultivated and deliberate.

How do you use "Mechanic" in a sentence?

Examples of "Mechanic" in a sentence: "the snapping of the handcuffs was followed by a mechanic reading of the suspect's rights".

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

"Mechanic" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

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

As a B2-level word, "Mechanic" 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 "Mechanic"?

"Mechanic" is pronounced /mi-ˈka-nik/ and divided into syllables as me·chan·ic.