Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
commander
Noun
/kəˈmændər/
Definition
A person who is in charge of a group of people, especially in a military context.
Examples
- The commander issued orders to the troops before the operation.
- As the fleet commander, she had to make tough decisions on the battlefield.
- He was appointed as the commander of the local police force.
Meaning
A commander is someone who has authority over others, usually in a military setting, but can also apply to other areas where leadership and control are needed.
Synonyms
- Leader
- Chief
- Captain
- Officer
- Director
