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architect

US /ˈɑrkəˌtɛkt/

noun Core · B1 Nhà ở & bất động sản

Definition

someone who creates plans to be used in making something (such as buildings)

Tested in TOEIC business and workplace contexts.

Examples

The architect presented the design for the new office building.

Synonyms

  • designera person who specializes in designing architectural interiors and their furnishings
  • creatorterms referring to the Judeo-Christian God

Collocations

  • Easy hire an architect
    to hire an architect, meaning to engage or hire for work
  • Medium lead software architect
    to guide, direct, or be in charge of regarding software architect
  • Hard chief architect of the peace accord
    describing chief architect of the peace accord (a person who is in charge)
  • Very Hard visionary architect of financial liberalization
    describing visionary architect of financial liberalization (a person given to fanciful speculations and enthusiasms with little regard for what is actually possible)

Learner's English edition · Curated definitions for TOEIC learners.