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governor

[guhv-er-ner, ‑uh-ner] / ˈgʌv ər nər, ‑ə nər /
NOUN
person administrating government
Synonyms
STRONG
administrator boss chief commander comptroller controller director executive head leader manager overseer ruler superintendent supervisor
WEAK
chief of state gubernatorial leader guv head honcho presiding officer
Antonyms
STRONG
employee follower worker

Example Sentences

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President Donald Trump has nominated Kevin Warsh, a former Fed governor, to succeed Powell.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Six candidates for governor discuss affordability, agriculture and rural California issues at a Fresno State forum hosted by farming groups.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

He is running for governor on a platform of lower taxes and cutting back the state budget, while helping lower housing and other costs for families.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

These days, being a limelight-seeking senator, swing-state governor, or New York City real estate developer who used to host a reality TV show can do the trick.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

In January of 1955, a new governor, Orval Faubus, took over in Arkansas.

From "March Forward, Girl" by Melba Pattillo Beals