navarch

/ˈnævɑːrʃ/

Definitions

1. noun

A naval commander or an admiral.

“In ancient times, the navarch was a powerful figure in charge of the fleet.”

2. noun

A naval officer ranking above a commodore.

“The navarch inspected the entire naval fleet before the battle.”

Synonyms

  • admiral
  • commander

Antonyms

  • inferior
  • subordinate