Synonyms for

Consultant

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

Definition

A person who gives expert advice or guidance in a particular field.

Synonyms & similar words

advisor adviser advisor expert specialist counselor guide mentor coach authority professional technician strategist planner analyst facilitator agent representative broker middleman intermediary liaison

Synonyms by register

Formal

advisor specialist expert analyst

Informal

guru wiz pro expert

Literary

sage oracle

Antonyms

client employee apprentice novice beginner learner

Common collocations

  • management consultant
  • business consultant
  • IT consultant
  • consultant fees
  • consultant report
  • independent consultant
  • hired consultant

Word family

noun consultant
verb consult
adjective consultative

Usage note

A consultant is typically an external expert hired to provide advice or services. It is distinct from an employee who is part of the organization.

Example sentences

  1. The consultant helped the company increase its profits.
  2. The consultant offered advice on how to improve the website.
  3. The consultant recommended a new marketing strategy.
  4. The consultant worked with the team to develop a new product.
  5. The consultant provided training to the employees.

Quotes

  • A consultant is someone who takes a subject you understand and makes it sound confusing.
  • I'm a consultant. I get paid to tell people what they already know but don't want to hear.
  • The best consultants are the ones who ask the right questions.

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