CONDUCTOR Synonyms: 49 Similar and Opposite Words

conductor

noun

Definition of conductor

as in director

a person who directs a musical ensemble The orchestra thanked their conductor for pulling together such a memorable performance.

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as in driver

a person who collects money or fares on a train or bus She asked the train's conductor when they would arrive at the next station.

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Recent Examples of conductor Chatten raises his arms like a conductor as the room’s three thousand other voices sing the chorus back at him. — Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2026 The expansion includes more than 100,000 square feet of manufacturing space, new extrusion and power-conductor lines, and plans to add 75 to 100 jobs at the site. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 13 Oct. 2026 Revel in the mystery when New World Symphony and the Master Chorale of South Florida reunite for a one-night-only concert with conductor Stephanie Childress. — Mike Hamersly, Miami Herald, 12 Oct. 2026 Where Whitney, Rickey, and Clayton heard an innovative admixture, the conductor—presumably less experienced with such syncretism—heard a clash. — Literary Hub, 8 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for conductor

Recent Examples of Synonyms for conductor

Noun

Vance Tsuda, the system's project director, said there hasn't been a single crash or injury associated with automation.

— ABC News, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026
For this latest special occasion, the designer opted to wear a red leopard print set from her namesake label’s Fall 2026 collection by its new artistic director Henry Zankov, who was also in attendance.

— Ariel Bielsky, Vogue, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of director

Noun

Voters in six states will soon decide whether to impose or expand voter identification requirements, including rules requiring mail voters to provide part of a driver’s license or Social Security number.

— Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 25 Oct. 2026
Despite leading the Chase for the past five races, Larson came in as an underdog at Talladega, one of three drafting tracks on the circuit where drivers run inches apart at 200 mph.

— ABC News, ABC News, 25 Oct. 2026

Definition of driver

Noun

There are new openings, such as the Cape Froward National Park in Chile, and landmark anniversaries, like a Beethoven festival in Leipzig, Germany, to mark the 200th anniversary of the composer’s death.

— Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 20 Oct. 2026
The sixth annual fundraiser honored Oscar winner Charlize Theron with the Icon Award, filmmaker and composer John Carpenter with the Luminary Award and Academy Award nominee Colman Domingo with the Vantage Award.

— Deputy Editor, Los Angeles Times, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of composer

Noun

Rather than requiring every country or operator to develop and maintain their own satellite network, the model would allow participants to integrate their systems with a broader infrastructure.

— Melissa Hancock, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2026
National grid operator Ukrenergo reported power outages in 12 regions of Ukraine following the Russian attacks.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of operator

Noun

The fashion double act perfectly fit the rhythm of a musician whose personal style has become increasingly eclectic, oscillating between oversized sportswear, collegiate staples, rare archival finds, and extraordinarily expensive accessories.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 25 Oct. 2026
The musician’s footwear choice is a common one, often seen with classic black and white suiting moments.

— Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of musician

Noun

For at least a week, the Ukrainian leader has said his country has not received early warnings about ballistic missiles aimed at the capital.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 21 Oct. 2026
The event has brought together around 200 founders, investors, sovereign wealth representatives and government leaders to discuss developments across AI, robotics and space.

— Melissa Hancock, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of leader

Noun

The Kindreds’ flagship, Kindred, also returned to the guide despite a five-month closure for renovations.

— Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2026
Keep scrolling to shop our ultimate Thanksgiving hosting guide, featuring cooking essentials, entertaining must haves, table decor and more.

— ABC News, ABC News, 22 Oct. 2026

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