advisor

noun

UK /ədˈvaɪzə/

US /ədˈvaɪzər/

A person who helps you decide what to do.

My teacher is my advisor for the science project.

SYNONYMS

counselor mentor guide consultant helper

RELATED WORDS

advice advise guidance counsel recommendation

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A teacher who helps students choose their classes.

I met with my academic advisor to plan next semester.

3. A person who gives expert advice to a company or government.

The president hired an advisor on energy policy.

4. A senior student who helps younger students.

Each new student gets a student advisor to show them around.