Top synonyms for “referee”: peer review, reader, ref, reviewer, umpire.
Definitions
- (noun)(sports) the chief official (as in boxing or American football) who is expected to ensure fair play
- (noun)an attorney appointed by a court to investigate and report on a case
- (noun)someone who reads manuscripts and judges their suitability for publication
- (verb)evaluate professionally a colleague's work
- (verb)be a referee or umpire in a sports competition
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "referee"?
Common synonyms for "referee" include peer review, reader, ref, reviewer, umpire. Our thesaurus lists 5 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What does "referee" mean?
(sports) the chief official (as in boxing or American football) who is expected to ensure fair play
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