Synonyms of navigator

navigator

noun

ˈna-və-ˌgā-tər 

as in sailor

one who operates or navigates a seagoing vessel

our crew comprised a captain, a navigator, and a few deckhands

Synonyms & Similar Words

• sailor
• mariner
• seaman
• seafarer
• shipman
• salt
• sea dog
• tar
• crewman
• swab
• swabbie
• hearty
• gob
• shipmate
• coxswain
• jack-tar
• jack
• deckhand
• lubber
• able seaman
• able-bodied seaman
• sailboater
• lime-juicer
• powerboater
• limey

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of navigator

In that moment, the coach’s role transformed from tactical advisor to emergency navigator. — Andrew Rice, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026

Reportedly, the artificial intelligence serves as both the observational eyes and the active navigator throughout the procedure by establishing a continuous feedback loop between real-time ultrasound image processing and physical surgical control. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2026

The shelter will be open only to Elk Grove residents or people with deep ties to the city, verified through a vetting process, who receive referrals from the city’s homeless services navigators or police officers. — Camryn Dadey, Sacbee.com, 28 Aug. 2026

That navigator works to understand their needs and challenges, and then provides tailored recommendations. — Hillary Lum, The Conversation, 27 Aug. 2026