officer

/ˈɒfɪsər/

Definitions

1. noun

a person in charge of or responsible for something, especially an organization or a department of a government.

“The officer in charge of the department made an announcement to the employees.”

2. noun

a commissioned member of a military force, especially in a rank below captain.

“The officer was decorated for his bravery in the war.”

3. noun

a person in a position of authority or power, especially in a government or institution.

“The police officer was respected by the community for his fairness.”

4. noun

a person authorized to perform a specific function or task, especially in a particular place or situation.

“The airport officer checked the passengers’ boarding passes.”

5. verb

to take on the role of an officer, especially in a government or institution.

“She will be officiating at the wedding ceremony this weekend.”

6. verb

to give someone a formal title or position, especially in a government or institution.

“The new president will be officiating the ceremony to swear in the cabinet members.”

7. verb

to perform a specific function or task, especially in a particular place or situation.

“The security officer will be officiating at the entrance of the building.”

Synonyms

  • administrator
  • executive
  • official

Antonyms

  • noncommissioned
  • nonofficer