Synonyms for

Maven

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

Definition

A person who is an expert in a particular field and is often sought out by others for their knowledge.

Synonyms & similar words

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Example sentences

  1. The cooking maven taught me how to make the perfect lasagna.
  2. My dad is a car maven and can fix anything that goes wrong with our cars.
  3. The gardening maven helped me grow a beautiful garden this summer.
  4. She is a makeup maven and knows all the best beauty tips.
  5. My grandpa is a fishing maven and always catches the biggest fish.

Quotes

  • "The maven is someone who wants to solve a problem, and then go away and solve another problem that's more interesting." – Seth Godin
  • "A maven is a person who has information on a lot of different products or prices or places." – Malcolm Gladwell
  • "The maven looks for a new idea to create a new business." – Peter Drucker

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