Advisor

/ədˈvaɪ.zər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person who serves as a consultant or mentor.

As an academic advisor, he guided students through their educational paths.

Someone who acts in an advisory capacity to a leader or organization.

The president consulted with her foreign policy advisor before making a decision.

A person who gives advice, typically in a professional context.

She hired a financial advisor to help manage her investments.

An individual who provides guidance or recommendations in a specific field.

The career advisor helped him choose the right courses for his degree.

Middle English: from Old French 'aviser', from Latin 'advisare', from 'ad' (to) + 'visa' (to see).

financial advisor

A professional who provides financial services to clients.

academic advisor

A person who provides guidance to students regarding their educational choices.

legal advisor

A professional who provides legal advice.

consultant

A person who provides expert advice professionally.

counselor

A person trained to give guidance on personal, social, or psychological problems.

mentor

An experienced and trusted advisor.

Money guru

He's my money guru; he really knows how to invest.

Life coach

She acts like a life coach, always pushing me towards my goals.