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Educator

Noun / ˈedʒʌˌkeɪtɜ: / / ˈedʒju:ˌkeɪtɜ: / Another word for educator — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A person who teaches or instructs others, especially in a school.

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Common collocations

  • dedicated educator
  • passionate educator
  • experienced educator
  • art educator
  • science educator
  • early childhood educator
  • music educator

Word family

verb educate
adjective educational

Usage note

While 'teacher' is a common synonym, 'educator' often implies a broader role in fostering learning and development, sometimes at a higher or more specialized level.

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Example sentences

  1. The educator taught the students about math and science.
  2. My mom is an educator and she loves helping kids learn.
  3. The school hired a new educator to teach music.
  4. The educator showed the class how to do a science experiment.
  5. The educator gave the students a quiz to test their knowledge.

Quotes

  • The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires. - William Arthur Ward
  • The art of teaching is the art of assisting discovery. - Mark Van Doren
  • The best teachers are those who show you where to look but don't tell you what to see. - Alexandra K. Trenfor

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