Synonyms for
Commodore
Definition
A naval officer of high rank, in particular, the senior captain of a navy.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- commodore of the fleet
- commodore of the yacht club
- commodore's flag
- commodore's pennant
- retired commodore
- acting commodore
- former commodore
Word family
noun commodore
Usage note
Commodore is a naval rank, typically above captain and below rear admiral. It is also used informally for the leader of a yacht club or other organization.
Example sentences
- The commodore led the fleet to victory.
- The commodore's ship was the biggest in the navy.
- The commodore was responsible for the safety of all the ships.
- The commodore gave orders to the captains of the other ships.
- The commodore wore a special uniform to show his rank.
Quotes
"The commodore is the highest rank in the navy," said the captain.
"The commodore's ship is the best in the fleet," said the sailor.
"I want to be a commodore when I grow up," said the young sailor.