vizier

/ˈvɪziər/

Definitions

1. noun

a high-ranking official in an ancient Egyptian or other oriental government, often serving as an advisor to the ruler.

“The vizier played a crucial role in advising the pharaoh on matters of state.”

2. noun

a person who advises or assists a person in authority or a person in a position of power.

“The business mogul served as a vizier to the tech entrepreneur, helping him make key decisions.”

Synonyms

  • adviser
  • counselor
  • minister
  • official

Antonyms

  • critic
  • opponent