mentor

/ˈmɛn.tɔː/noun

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

Example sentence

“Her mentor at the company helped her prepare for the promotion.”

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

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 room, usually of modest size, where things are made or repaired by hand or with light machinery.credentialA document or digital record proving a person's status, qualifications, or rights.