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admiral

The word “admiral” has 3 syllables: ad-mi-ral

It's pronounced as /ˈædmərəl/

What is synonym and antonym for admiral?

In the thesaurus, “admiral” has 12 synonyms and 3 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for admiral along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for admiral

Antonyms for admiral

  • crew
  • crewman
  • crewmate

Meanings of admiral

  • noun
    1. A naval officer of the highest rank; the commander of a country's naval forces.
    2. A naval officer of high rank, immediately below Admiral of the Fleet; the commander of a fleet or squadron.
    3. A flag officer in the United States Navy or Coast Guard of a grade superior to vice admiral and junior to admiral of the fleet (when that grade is used). An admiral is equal in grade or rank to a four-star general.
    4. The ship which carries the admiral, the flagship; also, the most considerable ship of a fleet.
    5. A prince or Saracen leader under the Sultan.
    6. Any of various nymphalid butterflies of the genera Kaniska and Vanessa, especially a red admiral or white admiral.

Example Sentences

  • The admiral commanded the entire fleet during the naval operation.
  • She was promoted to admiral after decades of distinguished service.
  • The admiral gave a speech at the naval academy graduation.
  • An experienced admiral can make critical decisions under pressure.
  • The crew respected the admiral for his fairness and leadership.

On this page you'll find 15 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to admiral, such as: captain, commander, commanding officer, commodore, crew, crewman, crewmate.

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