aviator
3 synonyms for aviator, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A pilot of an aircraft, especially in a military or early-flight context.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
aeronaut
flier
How to use aviator
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a skilled aviator
aviator sunglasses
a fighter aviator
Etymology
Borrowed from French aviateur, itself built on Latin avis, "bird".
Full origin of aviator →Frequently asked questions
What does “aviator” mean?
The word “aviator” means a pilot of an aircraft, especially in a military or early-flight context. In plain terms, a person who flies planes — a slightly old-fashioned or glamorous word for "pilot".
How do you use “aviator” in a sentence?
Here is “aviator” used in a sentence: “The old photo showed her grandfather in full aviator gear, goggles and all.”
What is another word for “aviator”?
Words with a similar meaning to “aviator” include flier and flyer.
What part of speech is “aviator”?
“Aviator” is a noun.
Where does the word “aviator” come from?
The word “aviator” comes from Latin. Borrowed from French aviateur, itself built on Latin avis, "bird".
