Synonyms of consultant

consultant

noun

kən-ˈsəl-tᵊnt 

as in adviser

a person who gives advice especially professionally

a consultant in public relations to a number of large corporations

Synonyms & Similar Words

• adviser
• confidant
• counselor
• expert
• specialist
• counsel
• professional
• consigliere
• pro
• authority
• cabinet
• kitchen cabinet
• sounding board

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• client
• advisee
• counselee

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of consultant

Outgoing Shasta County Clerk Clint Curtis says Peters would serve as a consultant, but critics argue the move threatens confidence in local elections. — Drew Askeland, USA Today, 18 Aug. 2026

Since October, the city has spent over $8 million on vehicles, equipment, consultants and transitional police and fire chiefs and executive officers in preparation of establishing city police and fire departments. — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 18 Aug. 2026

The lessons are designed for project managers, coordinators, consultants, business owners, and team leaders who want to reduce repetitive writing and organize information more efficiently. — Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 18 Aug. 2026

Policy consultant Pavan Venkatakrishnan has a new morning routine. — Kendall Staton, Washington Post, 18 Aug. 2026