captain

[kap-tuhn, -tin] / ˈkæp tən, -tɪn /

NOUN

person in charge

Synonyms

STRONGEST

boss commander director executive leader officer operator owner pilot skipper

STRONG

CEO CFO authority cap chieftain exec guide head skip top

WEAK

four-striper head honcho higher up number one top dog

Antonyms

STRONGEST

follower

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Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane said the implementation of the current handball rule has left ex-professionals "scratching ourselves" confused.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

It is a mentality that has brought Casemiro back into the Brazil squad - he is expected to be Carlo Ancelotti's captain at this summer's tournament.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

Again, she looked tentative against New Zealand's seamers, who exploited the conditions perfectly after captain Kerr did not hesitate in choosing to bowl first.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

Former Celtic captain Scott Brown got a huge round of applause as he brought the silverware for the trophy presentation.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

“Samir, the Seller of Dreams?” demanded the captain at the head of the squad.

From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri

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