English · Family & People
mentor
/ˈmɛntɔː/
[/ˈmɛntɔː/]
wise adviser
Advancednoun
Definition
An experienced person who advises and guides someone less experienced.
Example
Her mentor at work helped her develop the confidence to lead projects.
Her mentor at work helped her develop the confidence to lead projects.
Etymology
From Mentor, a character in Homer's Odyssey who advised young Telemachus.
How & Where It’s Used
Common in work and education for an experienced guide.
Cultural Note
The word comes from Mentor, the wise guide in Homer's Odyssey.