didact

/ˈdaɪˌækt/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who teaches or gives instruction, especially in a formal or pedantic way.

“The professor was a didact, lecturing his students with long, drawn-out explanations.”

2. noun

A person who is skilled in teaching or explaining things, especially in a formal or pedantic way.

“The didact was renowned for his ability to break down complex ideas into simple, easy-to-understand concepts.”

3. noun

A formal or pedantic teacher.

“The didact spent hours lecturing the students on the finer points of ancient history.”

Synonyms

  • instructor
  • pedagogue

Antonyms

  • antipode
  • uneducator