Synonyms for

Mentoring

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

Definition

Mentoring is the act of giving guidance and support to someone who is less experienced in a particular field or area of life.

Synonyms & similar words

mentor guidance counseling coaching support teaching advice tutoring training education direction instruction enlightenment knowledge wisdom leadership example counsel aid assistance

Synonyms by register

Formal

guidance coaching tutelage instruction

Informal

helping out giving advice showing the ropes guiding

Literary

shepherding apprenticing

Antonyms

leading directing managing supervising overseeing controlling

Common collocations

  • mentoring program
  • mentoring relationship
  • mentoring session
  • mentoring a student
  • mentoring a junior
  • mentoring and coaching
  • formal mentoring
  • informal mentoring

Word family

noun mentorship
verb mentor
adjective mentoring

Usage note

Mentoring implies a supportive, advisory role, often long-term, distinct from direct supervision or management. It focuses on personal and professional development.

Example sentences

  1. My teacher is mentoring me in how to play the guitar.
  2. The CEO was a great mentor to his employees.
  3. I am grateful for the mentoring I received when I was starting out in my career.
  4. My mom is mentoring me on how to bake cookies.
  5. I am looking for someone to mentor me in public speaking.

Quotes

  • Mentoring is a brain to pick, an ear to listen, and a push in the right direction. - John Crosby
  • One of the greatest values of mentors is the ability to see ahead what others cannot see and to help them navigate a course to their destination. - John C. Maxwell
  • A mentor is someone who sees more talent and ability within you, than you see in yourself, and helps bring it out of you. - Bob Proctor

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