Chancellor
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for Chancellor, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A senior government official, especially the head of government in countries like Germany or Austria, or a finance minister in the UK.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
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.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Chancellor” mean?
The word “Chancellor” means a senior government official, especially the head of government in countries like Germany or Austria, or a finance minister in the UK. In plain terms, a high-ranking official — most commonly a head of government or a top university officer, depending on the country.
How do you use “Chancellor” in a sentence?
Here is “Chancellor” used in a sentence: “The Chancellor announced new tax measures in the budget speech.”
What part of speech is “Chancellor”?
“Chancellor” is a noun.
Is “Chancellor” a common word?
“Chancellor” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “Chancellor” have?
“Chancellor” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a senior government official, especially the head of government in countries like Germany or Austria, or a finance minister in the UK.
What is the difference between a 'chancellor' and a 'prime minister'?
In some countries, such as Germany and Austria, 'chancellor' is the title for the head of government, a role equivalent to a prime minister elsewhere. The two words name a similar position but belong to different national systems.
What is the 'Chancellor of the Exchequer' in the UK?
In the United Kingdom the Chancellor of the Exchequer is the government minister in charge of finance and the economy, similar to a finance minister or treasury secretary. This is a different role from the German or Austrian chancellor, who leads the whole government.
What is the difference between a 'chancellor' and a 'vice-chancellor' at a university?
At many universities the chancellor is a largely ceremonial head, often a well-known public figure, while the vice-chancellor handles the day-to-day running of the institution. The exact duties vary between universities and countries.
Is 'chancellor' capitalised?
'Chancellor' is capitalised when it forms part of a specific title before a name, as in a headline naming a particular chancellor, and in fixed titles like 'Chancellor of the Exchequer.' It is written in lowercase when used generally, as in 'the country elected a new chancellor.'