builder

[bil-der] / ˈbɪl dər /

NOUN

construction worker

Synonyms

STRONGEST

architect artisan contractor inventor maker manufacturer producer

STRONG

constructor fabricator framer mason originator

WEAK

craftsperson erector

Antonyms

WEAK

wrecker

Example Sentences

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Eastern, and home builder confidence in January, published at 10:00 a.m.

From MarketWatch

Home builder stocks declined after Federal Housing Finance Agency Director Bill Pulte criticized share buybacks and high home prices.

From Barron's

Retail investors have been pouring money into builder stocks, betting that lower mortgage rates will benefit the housing industry.

From MarketWatch

Home builder stocks are outperforming the S&P 500 so far this year due to potential housing market improvements.

From Barron's

“Also, it could dissuade home builders from adding new home supply to the market.”

From The Wall Street Journal