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Meaning of chancellor
A high-ranking official in a government, university, or other organization.
Etymology of chancellor
The word "chancellor" originates from the Latin "cancellarius," meaning "doorkeeper" or "lattice maker," which is derived from "cancelli," meaning "lattice" or "grating."
Historically, the term referred to a high-ranking official who acted as a secretary or administrator, often responsible for managing documents and records.
Over time, the role of the chancellor evolved to include more significant responsibilities, such as chief administrative officer or head of government.
Synonyms
administrator
president
provost
dean
rector
principal
headmaster
headmistress
director
manager
executive
leader
chief
minister
secretary
official
dignitary
dignitaries
magistrate
governor
regent
prefect
vicar
warden
commander
supervisor
overseer
bureaucrat
functionary
officer
Definitions
- The chief administrative officer of a university or college, typically having responsibility for the financial and administrative affairs of the institution.
- A high-ranking government official, typically having responsibility for a particular department or area of policy.
- The title of the head of government in some countries, such as Germany.
Usage Examples
- The university's chancellor announced a new initiative to increase funding for research programs.
- The chancellor of the exchequer presented the annual budget to the parliament.
- The German chancellor met with the French president to discuss economic cooperation.
Antonyms
subordinate
assistant
aide
deputy
subordinate
inferior
junior
lower-ranking
secondary
minor
insignificant
unimportant
powerless
weak
ineffective
incompetent
amateur
novice
beginner
trainee
apprentice
intern