mentor
Translation
mentor, adviser, guide
Examples
My professor was a great mentor to me.
My professor was a great mentor to me.
She acts as a mentor for new employees.
She acts as a mentor for new employees.
Grammar Patterns
a mentor ((to/for sb.)) an experienced person who helps a less experienced person My professor was a great mentor to me.
Similar Words
Synonyms: guide, adviser, coach; Antonyms: mentee, protégé
Etymology
From the Greek character 'Méntōr' in Homer's 'Odyssey', who was a wise adviser to Odysseus's son.
Memory Tips
Think of 'mental support'. A mentor provides mental support and guidance.