emcee

[em-see] / ˈɛmˈsi /

NOUN

host

Synonyms

STRONGEST

anchor entertainer manager moderator owner presenter

STRONG

innkeeper keeper proprietor

WEAK

anchor person person of the house

Antonyms

WEAK

guest visitor

NOUN

master of ceremonies

Synonyms

STRONGEST

moderator ringmaster

WEAK

MC compere host marshal mistress of ceremonies toastmaster

VERB

officiate

Synonyms

STRONGEST

preside

STRONG

act boss chair command conduct direct function govern handle run serve superintend umpire

WEAK

do the honors

Antonyms

STRONG

cease follow halt idle mismanage neglect obey refrain stop

Example Sentences

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He’s been little more than an emcee for negotiations, but wants us to think he invented armistice.

From Salon • Feb. 13, 2026

During an instrumental break, he yanked the emcee onstage to two-step with him.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 23, 2025

The emcee, actor Edward James Olmos, welcomed the crowd with a wavering voice full of emotion.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 8, 2025

“Can the emcee win the talent show?” asks Emily.

From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein