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English

instructor-like

|in-struc-tor-like|

B2

🇺🇸

/ɪnˈstrʌktər laɪk/

🇬🇧

/ɪnˈstrʌktə laɪk/

(instructor)

teacher

Base FormPluralAdjective
instructorinstructorsinstructive
Etymology
Etymology Information

'instructor-like' originates from the English word 'instructor,' combined with the suffix '-like,' which means 'resembling or characteristic of.'

Historical Evolution

'instructor' comes from the Latin word 'instructus,' meaning 'to build or prepare,' and '-like' is a common English suffix used to form adjectives.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'instructor' meant 'one who builds or prepares,' but over time it evolved to mean 'one who teaches or educates.' The suffix '-like' adds the meaning of 'resembling an instructor.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

resembling or characteristic of an instructor.

Her instructor-like demeanor made her a natural leader in the classroom.

Synonyms

Antonyms

student-like

Last updated: 2025/07/21 10:31