Minister

Pronunciation: /ˈmɪnəstər/

Minister (noun)

  1. a person in charge of a government department or ministry.
  2. a person who leads religious services in some Christian churches.

Examples

  • The minister announced new policies today.
  • A minister attended the international conference.

Common collocations: foreign minister, prime minister, cabinet minister, ordained minister, youth minister

Minister (verb)

  1. to give help or care to someone, especially in a religious context.

Examples

  • She ministers to the needs of the community.
  • He ministers to the sick and elderly.

Synonyms of Minister

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Minister

  • in the context of leadership roles
  • in the context of religious roles