governor

[guhv-er-ner, ‑uh-ner] / ˈgʌv ər nər, ‑ə nər /

NOUN

person administrating government

Synonyms

STRONG

administrator boss chief commander comptroller controller director executive head leader manager overseer ruler superintendent supervisor

WEAK

chief of state gubernatorial leader guv head honcho presiding officer

Antonyms

STRONG

employee follower worker

Example Sentences

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If he wins in November, he will be the first Republican governor in 15 years to run the liberal-leaning US state.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Both gave up House seats to run for governor and now risk being out of office next year if Evette shuts them out.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

The governor said Holmes understands “what it takes to keep North Dakota’s economy strong.”

From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026

Finally, there’s the unknowable but certain catastrophes the next governor will face.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

This Sir Thomas Gates, our new governor, has gained power even though he is still somewhere out at sea.

From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone

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