Definition

A high-ranking officer in the navy or coast guard, who is in charge of a fleet of ships and has authority over other officers.

Example

The admiral commanded the fleet during the naval exercise.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new admiral who just got promoted?

Yeah, I read that he used to lead a lot of successful missions.

It's impressive how fast he rose through the ranks to become an admiral.

For sure! I wonder what his next big challenge will be.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Admiral → The word originates from the Arabic "amir" (meaning commander) and the Latin "admirabilis" (meaning admirable or worthy of admiration). It reflects the title of a commander at sea, someone who is worthy of respect and admiration.

Memory Tip

Think of a commander ('amir') who is admirable ('admirabilis') — that's why an admiral is a respected leader at sea.

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