Mentored: meaning, definitions and examples

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mentored

 

[ หˆmษ›ntษ”rd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

guidance provision

Mentored refers to the act of providing guidance, advice, and support to someone, typically a less experienced individual in a specific field. It often involves sharing knowledge, skills, and experience to help the mentee grow personally and professionally. The mentor usually plays a crucial role in the mentee's development by helping them navigate challenges, set goals, and achieve success. This relationship can occur in various contexts, including educational settings, workplaces, and professional organizations.

Synonyms

advised, coached, counseled, guided.

Examples of usage

  • She mentored several junior employees during her time at the company.
  • He was mentored by a senior scientist throughout his research project.
  • The coach mentored the young athletes, teaching them valuable skills.
  • Many successful leaders credit their mentors for their achievements.

Translations

Translations of the word "mentored" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น orientado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเคพเคฐเฅเค—เคฆเคฐเฅเคถเคฟเคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช mentored

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dimonitor

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะฐัั‚ะฐะฒะปะตะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ mentoring

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒกใƒณใ‚ฟใƒผใ•ใ‚ŒใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท mentorรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ mentorizado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท mentรถrlรผk yapฤฑlmฤฑลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฉ˜ํ† ๋ง ๋œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ูุฑุดุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vedenรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ mentorsky

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆŒ‡ๅฏผ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ mentoriran

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ leiรฐbeint

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะตะฝั‚ะพั€ะปั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ”แƒœแƒขแƒแƒ แƒ˜แƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mentorluq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ mentorizado

Etymology

The word 'mentored' derives from the noun 'mentor', which has its roots in Greek mythology. Mentor was a character in Homer's 'Odyssey', serving as a wise teacher and advisor to Odysseus's son, Telemachus. The name Mentor has since transcended its mythological origins, symbolizing any trusted advisor or guide. The verb form 'to mentor' emerged in the late 20th century, reflecting a formalized approach to guidance, especially in educational and professional development contexts. Over time, mentoring has become an essential element in various sectors, promoting knowledge transfer and personal growth across generations.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,274 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.