as in to guide
to give advice and instruction to (someone) regarding the course or process to be followed
we're looking for volunteers to mentor students in the theater arts
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Recent Examples of mentor
Valerie Mesa, People.com, 18 July 2025
As a great mentor, a great teacher, and an exceptional human being.
—Sigal Ratner-Arias, Billboard, 17 July 2025
Emlyn Travis Published, EW.com, 15 July 2025
Sanders said Anderson’s devotion to mentoring youths is vital to reinforcing Arkansas as a model for conservation and a destination for hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation.
—arkansasonline.com, 9 July 2025
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Verb
Still, Venus in Gemini adds a sparkly twist of curiosity and excitement, perhaps an impromptu conversation with someone from the past, or a mentor who inspires you.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 18 July 2025
As a great mentor, a great teacher, and an exceptional human being.
—Sigal Ratner-Arias, Billboard, 17 July 2025
Noun
Now, Scherzinger, Payne, and Destiny's Child star Kelly Rowland are using their expertise to mentor a new collection of vocal groups on Building the Band.
—Emlyn Travis Published, EW.com, 15 July 2025
Sanders said Anderson’s devotion to mentoring youths is vital to reinforcing Arkansas as a model for conservation and a destination for hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation.
—arkansasonline.com, 9 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mentor
Verb
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Let the repeats guide readers’ attention, especially in moments when emotions are building.—
Renae Gregoire,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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In other words, this wasn’t a unilateral Trump move nor a matter of whim, but a coordinated transatlantic effort that follows the upbeat NATO summit in June that Rutte skilfully guided.—
Daniel Fried,
Time,
15 July 2025
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Think strategy, deep thinking, building relationships, or coaching top talent.—
John Rex,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Gallardo coaches Bautista, who is training in the hopes of going pro.—
Kelly Meyerhofer,
jsonline.com,
15 July 2025
Noun
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In November, the city attorney’s office police legal adviser sent a memorandum detailing how police officers should respond to park ranger calls for service.—
Maritza Dominguez,
AZCentral.com,
22 July 2025
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According to Zelenskyy, Ukrainian national security adviser Rustem Umerov has already communicated Kyiv’s proposal to the Russian side.—
Katya Soldak,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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“Mentor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mentor. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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