1
as in craftsman
a person or company that builds or repairs things (such as houses or ships)
They hired a team of builders to carry out the renovation.
Related Words
Relevance
2
as in designer
a person or organization that creates something (such as a business)
He was one of the great empire builders of the 20th century.
Related Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of builder
The builder was on the brink of administration in 2024 but was rescued after a new owner stepped in, restructured the team, and implemented a fresh five-year growth strategy.
—
Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 8 July 2025
After watching the recent remake of the classic Disney movie Lilo & Stitch, builders ages 9 and up will love playing with this poseable Stitch toy.
—Mia Huelsbeck, People.com, 11 July 2025
Some of Kansas City’s most respected builders have come together to shape the community, including Pauli Homes, Roeser Homes, JFE Construction, Hilmann Builders, and Crown Builders.
—Kansas City Star, 6 July 2025
In that sense, regardless of whether any of these top AI builders can really produce AGI or ASI, the mere act of having them at your firm is serving as a barometer right now.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 5 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for builder
Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 8 July 2025
After watching the recent remake of the classic Disney movie Lilo & Stitch, builders ages 9 and up will love playing with this poseable Stitch toy.
—Mia Huelsbeck, People.com, 11 July 2025
Some of Kansas City’s most respected builders have come together to shape the community, including Pauli Homes, Roeser Homes, JFE Construction, Hilmann Builders, and Crown Builders.
—Kansas City Star, 6 July 2025
In that sense, regardless of whether any of these top AI builders can really produce AGI or ASI, the mere act of having them at your firm is serving as a barometer right now.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 5 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for builder
Recent Examples of Synonyms for builder
Noun
-
The property features furniture by designer Rick Owens and one-of-a-kind decor by local Greek craftsmen.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
-
Wyle said the show benefits from local craftsmen, citing Rob Nary, the special effects coordinator, whose father and grandfather also worked in the same craft.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
2 July 2025
Noun
-
Caught sketching dresses in her Ancient Greek class, the professor suggested Rogge become a designer. 2002 - 2004 Read law at Université Notre Dame de la Paix, Namur.—
Laird Borrelli-Persson,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
-
On Saturday, The Wall Street Journal reported that another Musk venture, rocket designer and launcher SpaceX has agreed to invest $2 billion in xAI, citing investors close to the company.—
Ruxandra Iordache,Arjun Kharpal,
CNBC,
14 July 2025
Noun
-
Designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, but only completed after the architect’s death, in 1969, the 52-story building is today on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.—
Paul Brady,
Travel + Leisure,
19 July 2025
-
And services provided by accountants, architects, attorneys, engineers, financial advisers, insurance agents, interior designers and software developers are also exempt under the county law.—
Michael Butler,
Miami Herald,
17 July 2025
Noun
-
Among them is Frank Binder, founder and chairman of the Ulyssia project.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
19 July 2025
-
Zakiya Larry Wolfe, founder and CEO of Quest Media Group, told me in an email interview.—
Edward Segal,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
Noun
-
The Falls are the only natural obstruction on the 981 miles of the Ohio River, prompting engineers to build the McAlpine Locks and Dam for the safe passage of ships.—
Leo Bertucci,
The Courier-Journal,
24 July 2025
-
Now, about 1 acre of the property is available for development after Powell and his team assisted a group of biologists, engineers, surveyors, lawyers and contractors in creating an onsite restoration preserve for the vernal pools.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 July 2025
Noun
-
The fathers of Goncalves and Kernodle expressed anger, criticizing prosecutors for not adequately consulting the families before agreeing to the deal.—
Dakin Andone,
CNN Money,
20 July 2025
-
The Navy veteran and married father of three had only just become a parole agent nine months ago, after a decade working as a corrections officer at a state hospital in Vacaville.—
Jakob Rodgers,
Mercury News,
20 July 2025
Noun
-
Pro wrestling content creator Joey Karni pointed out Naomi’s cross-promotional championship record.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
-
On TikTok, content creators are sharing videos that have racked up millions of views in recent months, complaining of nausea from taking trips in electric vehicles (EVs).—
Stephanie Anderson Witmer,
Health,
14 July 2025
Noun
-
The makers are also providing affordable access to the drug in the US and beyond, signing royalty-free licensing agreements with six generic manufacturers to produce and supply it.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
26 July 2025
-
Automotive sales declined 16% year-over-year in the second quarter for the EV maker, with weak sales numbers continuing in Europe and California.—
Lora Kolodny,
CNBC,
26 July 2025
Cite this Entry
“Builder.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/builder. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share