Synonyms of superintendent
10 similar words
Another word for superintendent is manager. Other synonyms of superintendent are controller, supervisor, comptroller, head and chief.
Synonyms and similar words for superintendent
nounThe manager of a building, usually a communal residence, who is responsible for keeping the...
nounMore synonyms
- managerA person whose job is to manage something, such as a business, a restaurant, or a sports team.
- foreman
- chief
- head
- head man
- controllerOne who controls something.
- comptrollerThe chief accountant of a company or government.
- overseer
- supervisorA person with the official task of overseeing the work of a person or group, or of other operations and activities.
Meaning of superintendent
- noun A person who is authorized to supervise, direct or administer something.
- noun A police officer rank, positioned above chief inspector, and below chief superintendent.
- noun The manager of a building, usually a communal residence, who is responsible for keeping the facilities functional and often collecting rent or similar payments, either as also the building's landlord or on behalf of same.
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Questions about synonyms of superintendent
- What is another word for superintendent?
- Superintendent has 10 synonyms on Word.ws, such as manager, controller, supervisor, comptroller, head and chief.
- What does superintendent mean?
- Superintendent means a person who is authorized to supervise, direct or administer something.
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