Synonyms for

Reeves

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

Definition

Reeves is the plural form of the word 'reeve', which means a local administrative official in medieval England.

Synonyms & similar words

reef reeve witwatersrand rand sheriff bailiff governor administrator official magistrate superintendent prefect provost warden overseer custodian manager supervisor director chief leader ruler controller boss

Synonyms by register

Formal

bailiff steward custodian administrator

Informal

deputy assistant right-hand man second-in-command

Literary

warden overseer

Antonyms

leader manager director chief head supervisor

Common collocations

  • high reeves
  • lord reeves
  • chief reeves
  • reeves of the city
  • reeves of the guild
  • elected reeves
  • acting reeves

Word family

noun reeve

Usage note

Reeve is an archaic term for an official, often a sheriff or bailiff. It is rarely used in modern English except in historical contexts or specific organizational titles.

Example sentences

  1. The reeves collected taxes from the people in their area.
  2. The reeves were responsible for maintaining law and order.
  3. The reeves reported to the king or lord of the land.
  4. The reeves were chosen by the people in their area.
  5. The reeves had to make sure that everyone followed the laws.

Quotes

  • The reeves were important officials in medieval England.
  • The reeves were responsible for collecting taxes and maintaining law and order.
  • The reeves had the power to punish those who broke the law.

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