warden (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈwɔːrdən/

Definition

A person responsible for controlling or supervising a particular place or activity.

Examples

• The park warden checked the visitors' permits.

• He was appointed as the warden of the college.

• The warden of the lighthouse kept the lamp burning through the night.

How to Use warden

warden of (prepositional phrase)

To be in charge of a specific place or institution. — "She was the warden of the university dormitory."

acting warden (collocation)

A person temporarily performing the duties of a warden. — "The deputy warden served as the acting warden during the investigation."

Synonyms of warden

Words with a similar meaning to warden:

• keeper
• guard
• superintendent
• administrator
• overseer

Antonyms of warden

Words with the opposite meaning to warden:

• inmate
• subject

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