lieutenant
The word “lieutenant” has 3 syllables: lieu-ten-ant
It's pronounced as /luːˈten.ənt/
What is synonym and antonym for lieutenant?
In the thesaurus, “lieutenant” has 65 synonyms and 13 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for lieutenant along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for lieutenant
- abettor
- accessory
- accomplice
- adherent
- adjunct
- adjutant
- aid
- aide
- aide-de-camp
- ally
- appointee
- apprentice
- assistant
- associate
- attendant
- auxiliary
- backer
- backup
- coadjutant
- coadjutor
- collaborator
- colleague
- companion
- confederate
- cooperator
- deputy
- employee
- fellow worker
- flunky
- follower
- friend
- gal Friday
- girl Friday
- gofer
- hand
- handmaiden
- help
- helper
- helpmate
- helpmeet
- hireling
- laborer
- legman
- maid
- maidservant
- man Friday
- mate
- partner
- patron
- peon
- representative
- right hand
- right-hand person
- scullion
- second
- secretary
- servant
- sidekick
- subordinate
- supporter
- swamper
- temp
- temporary worker
- underling
- worker
Antonyms for lieutenant
Meanings of lieutenant
- noun
- The lowest Junior Commissioned Officer rank(s) in many military forces, often Army and Marines.
- A person who manages or executes the plans and directives of another, more senior person - i.e. a manager to his director.
- The second-in-command (2IC) of a group.
- adjective
- A military grade that is junior to the grade the adjective modifies: lieutenant colonel, lieutenant general, lieutenant commander.
Example Sentences
- The lieutenant gave instructions to the entire unit.
- She was promoted to lieutenant after years of dedicated service.
- The lieutenant reviewed the team's progress before the mission.
- Everyone listened carefully as the lieutenant addressed the group.
- The young lieutenant quickly earned respect from colleagues.
On this page you'll find 78 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to lieutenant, such as: abettor, accessory, accomplice, adherent, adjunct, adjutant, adversary.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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