Mentor — synonyms, definition

1. mentor (Noun)

adherent backer benefactor boss clergyman coach companion confidante counsellor counselor educator familiar friend guide instructor intimate manager master preceptor psychologist • • •

mentor (Noun) — A wise and trusted guide and advisor.

intellect intellectual sage

2. mentor (Verb)

mentor (Verb) — Serve as a teacher or trusted counsellor. ex. "The famous professor mentored him during his years in graduate school" ex. "She is a fine lecturer but she doesn't like mentoring"

instruct learn teach