Synonyms for

Captains

Verb / ˈkæptʌnz / Another word for captains — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Captains are leaders of a group, especially a ship or sports team.

Synonyms & similar words

policecaptain headwaiter captain chieftain maitred policechief skipper master seacaptain seniorpilot maitredhotel leaders skippers commanders chiefs heads directors managers supervisors officers pilots coaches chairpersons presidents bosses superintendents foremen overseers governors mayors

Synonyms by register

Formal

commander leader head chief

Informal

boss chief skipper top dog

Literary

helmsman master chieftain

Antonyms

subordinate follower crew member ranker enlisted person civilian

Common collocations

  • team captain
  • ship captain
  • captain of industry
  • captain's log
  • captain hook
  • captain america
  • captain's table

Word family

noun captain
verb captain
adjective captainly

Usage note

While 'captain' can refer to the leader of a ship or sports team, it can also denote a leader in business or a high-ranking officer in the military or air force.

Example sentences

  1. The captain of the football team called the plays.
  2. The captain of the ship navigated through the icy waters.
  3. The captain of the airplane safely landed the plane.
  4. The captain of the army led the troops into battle.
  5. The captain of the debate team organized the arguments.

Quotes

  • A good captain is not made from calm seas.
  • You can't change the wind, but you can adjust your sails.
  • The pessimist complains about the wind; the optimist expects it to change; the realist adjusts the sails.

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