interpreter

[in-tur-pri-ter] / ɪnˈtɜr prɪ tər /

NOUN

translator

Synonyms

STRONGEST

artist commentator editor exponent linguist philosopher scholar writer

STRONG

analyst annotator biographer critic decoder delegate exegete expositor guide professor reviewer speaker spokesperson

WEAK

explicator glossographer paraphraser

Example Sentences

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Mr. Ryrie argues that Brainerd’s choice of a different interpreter was likely responsible.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026

I was the interpreter; but I knew people that had, so I was able to make it genuine, singing it for them.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2026

Joshua Amissah got up from his seat in the witness box and stepped away from the interpreter by his side.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

"I have revealed everything I had to reveal. The Jonathan case is not part of it," said Ney, who was accompanied by an interpreter throughout the trial.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

A German officer stepped in accompanied by a Hungarian lieutenant, acting as his interpreter.

From "Night" by Elie Wiesel

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