mentor

/ˈmɛn.tɔː/noun

An experienced person who guides and advises someone with less experience.

Example sentences

“Her mentor at the company helped her prepare for the promotion.”
“Every new teacher at the school is paired with an experienced mentor.”

Named for a character in Homer's Odyssey who guided the young Telemachus.

Synonyms for mentor

adviser
guide
coach
counselor
tutor

Related words

traineeA person who is still learning a job while receiving formal instruction at work.expertiseA high level of skill or deep knowledge in a specific subject or activity.apprenticeA person learning a skilled trade by working under someone experienced.skillThe ability to do something well, usually gained through practice or training rather than something you are born with.workshopA meeting or class where a group of people learn about a subject by doing practical activities together.credentialA document or digital record proving a person's status, qualifications, or rights.