Auditor: meaning, definitions and examples

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auditor

 

[ ˈɔːdɪtə ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

business

A person who formally examines and verifies financial accounts. They ensure that companies are following laws and regulations regarding financial reporting.

Synonyms

accountant, examiner, inspector

Examples of usage

  • The auditor discovered discrepancies in the company's financial records.
  • The auditor's report highlighted areas of concern for the company.
Context #2 | Noun

general

A person who listens to and evaluates a performance, speech, or other type of presentation.

Synonyms

critic, listener, reviewer

Examples of usage

  • The auditor provided valuable feedback on the musician's performance.
  • The film critic acted as an auditor of the movie's artistic merits.

Translations

Translations of the word "auditor" in other languages:

🇵🇹 auditor

🇮🇳 लेखापरीक्षक

🇩🇪 Prüfer

🇮🇩 auditor

🇺🇦 аудитор

🇵🇱 audytor

🇯🇵 監査人

🇫🇷 auditeur

🇪🇸 auditor

🇹🇷 denetçi

🇰🇷 감사관

🇸🇦 مراجع حسابات

🇨🇿 auditor

🇸🇰 audítor

🇨🇳 审计员

🇸🇮 revizor

🇮🇸 endurskoðandi

🇰🇿 аудитор

🇬🇪 აუდიტორი

🇦🇿 audit

🇲🇽 auditor

Etymology

The word 'auditor' originates from the Latin word 'audītor', which means 'hearer' or 'listener'. The term evolved over time to refer to someone who examines and verifies financial records or evaluates performances. The role of auditors in financial accountability and artistic critique has been essential in various fields throughout history.

See also: audit, auditing, audition, auditorium, auditory.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,500 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.