educator

noun

ed·​u·​ca·​tor ˈe-jə-ˌkā-tər 

1

: one skilled in teaching : teacher

2

a

: a student of the theory and practice of education : educationist sense 2

b

: an administrator in education

Synonyms of educator

• teacher
• instructor

Examples of educator in a Sentence

The conference will attract many leading scholars and educators.

decided at a fairly young age that there is no more rewarding career than that of an educator

Recent Examples on the Web

That is why Georgia’s decision to join the new federal voucher program, in addition to its own, should concern every parent, educator and taxpayer who values strong public schools. — Wayne Hutson, AJC.com, 14 Nov. 2026

Addressing concerns raised by some parents regarding AI in education, Donalds emphasized the irreplaceable role of educators. — Manuel Bojorquez, CBS News, 14 Nov. 2026

Over the past decade, our students have met former steelworkers, entrepreneurs, educators, nonprofit leaders, clergy, journalists, union heads, and local officials in Youngstown. — Todd Jick, Time, 13 Nov. 2026

Advisors and educators must make investment decisions understandable and explain the practical consequences of inaction. — Sarah Tolson Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1609, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for educator

• activator
• actuator
• agitator
• alligator
• allocator
• alternator
• animator
• annotator
• applicator
• arbitrator
• aspirator
• aviator