Synonyms for

Janitor

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

Definition

A person employed to clean and maintain a building.

Synonyms & similar words

custodian caretaker cleaner housekeeper sweeper

Synonyms by register

Formal

custodian caretaker building superintendent grounds keeper

Informal

super cleaner handyman maintenance man

Literary

warden keeper

Antonyms

manager owner employer supervisor director administrator

Common collocations

  • school janitor
  • office janitor
  • head janitor
  • janitor closet
  • janitor services
  • janitor staff
  • janitor duties

Word family

noun janitor

Usage note

While 'janitor' is a common term, 'custodian' is often preferred in more formal or institutional settings. 'Super' is a very informal abbreviation.

Example sentences

  1. The janitor swept the floors and emptied the trash cans.
  2. The janitor fixed the leaky faucet in the bathroom.
  3. The janitor mopped the hallway to make it shiny and clean.
  4. The janitor organized the supplies in the storage closet.
  5. The janitor dusted the shelves and wiped down the desks.

Quotes

  • The janitor always knows where the bodies are buried.
  • Being a janitor is not just a job, it's a way of life.
  • A good janitor is like a superhero in disguise.

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