Synonyms for
Founders
Definition
Founders refer to people who establish or create something, such as a company, organization or country.
Synonyms & similar words
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creators
pioneers
originators
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co-founders
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co-inventors
co-architects
co-establishers
co-initiators
co-builders
Synonyms by register
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Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- company founders
- business founders
- tech founders
- startup founders
- joint founders
- founding fathers
- founders' day
Word family
Usage note
The word 'founder' can refer to the person who establishes an organization or institution, or it can refer to someone who sinks or fails. Context is crucial to distinguish between these meanings.
Example sentences
- The founders of the United States were George Washington, Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin.
- The founders of Apple are Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne.
- The founders of the charity organization have been helping people in need for many years.
- The founders of the company started it in their garage and it has now become a multi-million dollar business.
- The museum was created by its founders to showcase their art collection.
Quotes
"Great leaders are willing to sacrifice their own personal interests for the good of the team. The best leaders are the ones who empower others." - John C. Maxwell
"Leadership is not about being in charge. It is about taking care of those in your charge." - Simon Sinek
"The only way to do great work is to love what you do." - Steve Jobs