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Meaning of colleague
A person with whom one works, especially in a profession or business
Etymology of colleague
The word "colleague" comes from the Old French word "coligue", which is derived from the Latin words "col-" (together) and "leg-" (to send or appoint), and the suffix "-eague" (a fellow or partner)
Historically, the term referred to a person who was appointed or elected to a position or office, often in a university, church, or government setting
Over time, the meaning of the word expanded to include anyone with whom one works or shares a professional or business activity
Synonyms
associate
partner
coworker
peer
companion
friend
ally
assistant
collaborator
teammate
member
staff
employee
worker
personnel
affiliate
adjunct
aide
accomplice
confederate
confrere
fellow
mate
comrade
brother
sister
counterpart
equivalent
equal
co-worker
cooperator
contributor
participant
helper
helper-out
assistant worker
associate worker
auxiliary worker
secondary worker
subordinate worker
junior worker
senior worker
supervisor
manager
director
executive
administrator
officer
Definitions
- A person with whom one works, especially in a profession or business
- A person who works with another or others as a member of a team or organization
- A person who shares a responsibility or activity with another or others
Usage Examples
- My colleague helped me with the project and provided valuable feedback
- The new employee was introduced to the team as a colleague and was welcomed with open arms
- The professor collaborated with her colleague on a research paper and presented their findings at a conference
Antonyms
competitor
rival
adversary
opponent
enemy
foe
antagonist
nemesis
foe
challenger
contestant
opponent
adversary
opponent
rival
competitor
foe
adversary
opponent
enemy
challenger